Mountain
ChallengeAn obstacle that must be climbed - but conquerable.
Symbol dictionary
Tasseography Symbols & Meanings
What every shape in your Turkish coffee cup means - from hearts and fish to snakes and stars. A practical reference you can use the next time you flip a cup.
Read my own cupHow to use this dictionary: symbols near the rim are about the near future. Symbols at the bottom are about the distant future or the past. The handle represents the person being read.
Heart
LoveLove arriving or deepening; emotional reconciliation.
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Ring
LoveCommitment, marriage, a contract being sealed.
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Fish
MoneyAbundance, money, a windfall - especially near the rim.
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Bird
NewsNews on its way; a message or invitation soon to arrive.
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Snake
WarningHidden tension; someone close acting two-faced. Take care.
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Tree
GrowthGrowth, family roots, a long-term project taking hold.
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Boat / Ship
TravelTravel, relocation, a journey across water.
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Star
FortuneHope, recognition, an opportunity worth chasing.
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Key
OpportunityA door is about to open - new home, job, or insight.
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Eye
SpiritualProtection from envy; or a feeling of being watched.
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Cross
SpiritualA burden or sacrifice; spiritual lesson coming.
Dog
FriendshipLoyal friend nearby; trustworthy support.
Flower
JoyJoy, a happy surprise, a gift.
Dots / clusters
MoneyMoney in small amounts - counted dots = lucky numbers.
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