INFERNAL HORSESHOE
2oz 999 Fine Silver Coin – Republique Du Cameroun – 2,000 Francs CFA
 
The horseshoe symbol is deeply rooted in folklore and superstition, often believed to ward off evil and protect against demonic forces. This association likely dates back to ancient times when iron was considered a powerful material for warding off malevolent spirits. The horseshoe’s shape, resembling the crescent moon, was also thought to channel protective lunar energy.
 
A popular tale from the Middle Ages features Saint Dunstan, an English blacksmith who later became the Archbishop of Canterbury. According to legend, the Devil approached Dunstan and demanded a horseshoe for his hoof. Dunstan, realizing who his "customer" was, cleverly nailed the horseshoe onto the Devil's foot and refused to remove it until he promised never to enter any house with a horseshoe hung above its door. This legend cemented the horseshoe’s place as a symbol of protection against evil.
 
On your coin design, the horseshoe surrounding the demon can symbolize the power of this ancient protective charm, metaphorically "binding" the demon or keeping its malevolence contained. This could represent a struggle between light and dark forces, with the horseshoe as a barrier preventing the demon from unleashing its full power. Such a narrative adds depth, making the horseshoe not only a symbol of luck but a powerful emblem of restraint and control over darker forces.