Horseshoe Tattoo

Horseshoe tattoos are associated with luck along with four leaf clovers and dice.  The u shape of the horseshoe was for the ancient Romans symbolic of warding off evil.  If you follow legend and opt for a horseshoe tattoo that points upwards it is said it will gather you luck and pointing downwards will shower you with luck.

During the middle ages horseshoes were found over or on doors on a variety of buildings.  It was placed or hung as a symbol of protection.  The horsehose is popular amongst fisherman, frequently found attached in some form to their boats to bring them luck for successful catches.  The horseshoe tattoo as with popular horseshoe charms are often seen in pairs.

Endless color combinations along with other luck symbols such as dice, four leaf clovers, flowers and hearts gives you many design options for selecting a horseshoe tattoo.  It is also appealing to those who want a small discreet tattoo just for fun or should I say luck.