The red horn cornicello, symbolising love and fortune, shares Naples' tradition globally


By AGENCY
Some auspicious Neapolitan horns are displayed inside Italian sculptor Lello Esposito's art gallery in Naples. Photo: AP

Food, music and culture have made the Italian southern city of Naples famous around the globe. But there’s another Neapolitan tradition that fascinates locals and visitors alike: the cornicello, an iconic symbol of prosperity, love and fortune that has become a popular present among lovers on Valentine's Day.

The Neapolitan cornicello, a small horn-shaped amulet, represents good luck and protection against the evil eye, and is associated with fertility and strength, while its red, intense colour is considered a powerful antidote against negative energies.

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