It’s supposed to bring good luck to the wearer – obviously not to the bird – especially on a game hunting trip. Originally worn on kilts, shawls and cloaks and it may have been part of the Highland attire in Victorian times (1837 – 1901). So what is it? You’re looking at Scotland’s version of a lucky rabbit’s foot. Of course, now I know of its existence, I see them everywhere. I couldn’t help wondering, why was this new to me? I’m a lover of all things quirky but apparently I have had a blind spot for years. A tall Scottish bloke who sold the strangest things I had seen in days, weeks, months, probably years. It was just a few weeks before Christmas last year, a magical time to be on the other side of the Channel, as we drove through Nottinghamshire for a little antiques road trip. We can browse stalls all day, sipping tea or cider every now and then, and lose the track of time. Sandra is my partner in crime when it comes to rummaging antique markets. On one of my trips to Nottinghamshire in the UK I stumbled upon something even more quirky and apparently a bringer of good luck too. I won’t wear or use it, but I’d like to have it anyway because I’m such a history nerd. However, in a strange way I’m attracted to all kinds of taxidermy stuff. Ever wondered why a rabbit’s foot is considered a good luck charm? Nope, me neither.
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