The Neapolitan lucky horn, known in Naples as Curniciello, is a unique amulet said to bring luck and protection, is dear to the hearts of Neapolitans and has become well-known all over the globe. In this article, we will explore the history, features, and rituals around the Neapolitan horn to understand its importance better and use.

2018年11月22日 · Whether it’s a pendant, a key ring or a small ornament, it doesn’t matter: the Neapolitan red horn is the amulet on which Neapolitans rely most to fight bad luck, evil eye and negativity. Of ancient origin, it is thought to date back to 3500 BC, when the populations of hunters used to hang horns of large prey, still stained with red blood ...

The cornicello, in Neapolitan ‘or curniciello, also commonly called “lucky horn”, is a scaramantic and good luck object that boasts a very ancient history. In the city of Naples it has always been used, in particular, to defend oneself against, the evil eye and negative influences.

A cornicello (Italian pronunciation: [korniˈtʃɛllo]), cornetto (Italian for 'little horn' / 'hornlet'; [korˈnetto]), corno (Italian for 'horn"'), or corno portafortuna (Italian for 'horn that brings luck') is an Italian amulet or talisman worn to protect against the evil eye (or malocchio [maˈlɔkkjo] in Italian) and bad luck in general, and, his...

2017年8月9日 · The history and origins of the traditional Neapolitan horn for good luck, still loved today by citizens and tourists Tuosto, vacanta, stuorto and cu' 'a ponta. Thus the Neapolitan tradition wants the curniciello to bring good luck: rigid, hollow, crooked and pointed, because only in this way can it ward off the evil eye.

2020年7月4日 · The Neapolitan horn is the characterizing element of the city. Purchasable anywhere, it is strictly forbidden not to own one… even if you don’t believe in its power. San Gregorio Armeno with its artisans, for sure, remains the place par excellence where you can find it, together with rules for use, for activation and for making good use of it.

In Naples this kind of amulet is identified with a "corno" (horn). The history of the "corno" started around the 3500 b.C, during the Neolithic period. This amulet was used by those who lived in the caves with the auspice of bringing fortune and fertility.

The symbol of good luck par excellence of Naples is, without any doubt, the horn. In the city you can find it everywhere and it is so deeply rooted in Italian culture that it is a gift and coveted in any part of the peninsula.

The red horn, also known as the “cornicello,” is a traditional amulet that represents good luck and protection against the evil eye. Its shape, resembling a small horn, is associated with fertility and strength, while the red color is considered a powerful antidote against negative energies.

2023年3月22日 · The Neapolitan horn is among the most recognized Italian symbols in the world. It’s red, with a slight curve, which often leads it to be misidentified as a peperoncino, a chili, and is a talisman believed to ward off the malocchio, the evil eye.