Lucky Charms of Austria

15 charms from this country

Charm Traditions in Austria

Austria shares the German Glücksschwein (lucky pig) tradition at New Year and the universal European lucky objects. The chimney sweep (Rauchfangkehrer) is as lucky to encounter in Vienna as anywhere in the German-speaking world. Austrian folk Catholic culture adds a layer of saint medals and pilgrimage objects: the Black Madonna of Mariazell is one of Central Europe's most important pilgrimage sites, and medals and images of this Madonna are carried for protection.

The edelweiss, growing in the high Alps, is a symbol of deep love and lucky protection. Austrian Christmas traditions include specific luck-bringing objects: the pig, the four-leaf clover, the chimney sweep, the mushroom, and the horseshoe are all given as miniature table decorations (Glücksbringer) at New Year.

Popular Charms in Austria

A bright green four-leaf clover with dew drops on each leaf

General

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Four-Leaf Clover

Ireland

The rarest clover mutation, treasured as nature's own lucky charm.

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A worn iron horseshoe with seven nail holes against a rustic wooden background

Protection

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Horseshoe

United Kingdom

An iron crescent hung above doorways to catch and hold good luck.

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A bright red ladybug with seven black spots resting on a green leaf

General

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Ladybug

United Kingdom

The spotted red beetle that brings good fortune to whoever it lands upon.

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A shiny copper penny lying heads-up on a pavement crack

Wealth

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Lucky Penny

United Kingdom

The humble copper coin that promises a turn of fortune when found heads-up.

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An ornate antique skeleton key with clover-shaped bow, on a fine gold chain

General

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Key Charm

Germany

The symbol of access, knowledge, and new beginnings that unlocks the doors of fortune.

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A classic black obsidian rosary with a silver crucifix, each bead polished to a deep luster

Protection

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Rosary Beads

Medieval Europe

Rosary beads are the most recognizable Catholic prayer tool in the world, used by hundreds of millions for meditative prayer, protection, and the invocation of divine grace.