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  2. List of lucky symbols - Wikipedia

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    The mojo is a charm originating in African culture. It is used in voodoo ceremonies to carry several lucky objects or spells and intended to cause a specific effect. The concept is that particular objects placed in the bag and charged will create a supernatural effect for the bearer. Even today, mojo bags are still used.

  3. 15 fascinating good luck charms from around the world - AOL

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    For people living in different countries around the world, various charms, talismans, and amulets have become symbols of good luck. ... along with an explanation of why they're considered lucky.

  4. Lucky Charms - Wikipedia

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    Lucky Charms is a brand of breakfast cereal produced by General Mills since 1964. [1] The cereal consists of multi-colored marshmallows and pieces of shaped pulverized oat , each resembling one of several objects or symbols associated with good luck .

  5. Apotropaic magic - Wikipedia

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    Apotropaic observances may also be practiced out of superstition or out of tradition, as in good luck charms (perhaps some token on a charm bracelet), amulets, or gestures such as crossed fingers or knocking on wood. Many different objects and charms were used for protection throughout history.

  6. Amulet - Wikipedia

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    An amulet, also known as a good luck charm or phylactery, is an object believed to confer protection upon its possessor. The word "amulet" comes from the Latin word amuletum, which Pliny's Natural History describes as "an object that protects a person from trouble". Anything can function as an amulet; items commonly so used include statues ...

  7. FDA is looking into reports of Lucky Charms making people sick

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    Lucky Charms has a legion of fans who think the colorful cereal is "magically delicious," but some consumers are saying they had a less than magical experience after enjoying the toasted oats and ...

  8. Cash coins in traditional Chinese medicine - Wikipedia

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    A number of Chinese numismatic charms were also believed to have medicinal effects. During the Qing dynasty period it was believed that Wanli Tongbao (萬曆通寳) cash coin amulets with dragon and fenghuang reverse sides should be given to a woman in labour to prevent dystocia. [40]

  9. 30 ‘70s High School Photos That Ooze Cool

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    Disco, denim, bell bottoms, flower power, funk and decades of fabulous music. The 1970s: What a time to be alive. For those growing up in that era, life was all about being young and wild and free.