Are Red Nautical Stars Really Symbols Of Good Luck?
The red nautical star is a modern adaptation of a century-old tattoo. Sailors found their way on the sea guiding themselves by the Southern Cross and the Northern Star; as long as one of these two was visible, the ship was on the right course. Sailors would therefore wear nautical stars on their arms most of the times out of superstition, and to have higher chances to get home safe. (more…)