Why are horseshoes considered lucky and which way should you hang them?

Feelin’ lucky? (Picture: Getty)Royal Ascot is in full swing, with guests dressing up to the nines as the famous racing tournament welcomes back a limited number of spectators.Of course, if you enjoy a flutter on the races, you might have wondered if hanging up a horseshoe could bring you more luck.
The home-decor accessory has been around for hundreds of years, but its origins as a superstitious object are less clear.
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