The clover is one of the best-known symbols of luck in the world. It usually has three leaves, and a four-leaf clover, when found, has been seen as true good fortune for centuries.
The rare fourth leaf
The four-leaf clover is a rarity of nature – it is said to occur about once in ten thousand ordinary ones. That is why whoever finds one is chosen by luck. The Celts believed it protected against evil forces and helped you see the unseen.
The three-leaf clover
In Ireland the three-leaf clover, the shamrock, is a national symbol. According to legend Saint Patrick used it to explain the Holy Trinity to the people – three leaves on one stem.
Symbolism
Traditionally each of the four leaves carries its own meaning:
- faith;
- hope;
- love;
- luck.
That is why the clover is seen as a charm that attracts happiness and protects the one who wears it.
The clover in jewellery
The clover is a clean and elegant motif – it looks wonderful in necklaces, bracelets and earrings, in gold, silver tones and steel. A clover jewel is a lovely gift for a fresh start, an exam, a new job or simply for luck.
