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History of the four leaf
clover
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The four leaf clover is a universally accepted
symbol of good
luck with its
origin ages old.
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According to legend, Eve carried a four leaf clover
from the Garden
of Eden.
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"The clovers also occupied a position in the
cultural life of
early peoples.
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The clover was held in high esteem by the early
Celts of Wales
as a charm
against evil
spirits.
Druids held the 4 leaf clover in high esteem and
considered them
a sign of luck.
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In 1620, Sir John Melton wrote: "If a man walking
in the fields
find any
four-leaved
grass,
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he shall in a small while after find some good
thing.
The mystique of
the four leaf
clover continues
today,
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since finding a
real four leaf
clover is still
a rare
occurrence and
omen of good
luck.
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