An acorn should be carried to bring luck and ensure a long life.
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In Asia, the digit 4 never appears in any Nokia handset model number, because 4 is considered unlucky in many parts of Southeast/East Asia.
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Many believe that if all of the candles on a birthday cake are blown out with one breath, while making a silent wish, the wish will come true.
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It is bad luck to put new shoes on a bed (or a table) (comes from the tradition of dressing a corpse in new clothes and shoes and laying them out so everyone can give their respects) - (UK)
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According to an age old custom, carrying a dead shrew in your pocket wards off rheumatism!
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At times, a horseshoe may be found above doorways. When positioned like a regular 'U' it supposedly collects luck. However, when it is positioned like an upside-down 'U' the luck supposedly drains.
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Amber beads, worn as a necklace, can protect against illness or cure colds.
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It's bad luck to leave a house through a different door than the one used to come into it.
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