FIGURE VI

The numeral "4," beside the shapeless leaves, and the line leading from this to the flat rock beyond, indicate that in about four days the consultant may expect to meet with obstacles in the way of some prospective outing or pleasure, which will probably fall through.

The corkscrew, with the letter "C" in conjunction, signifies vexatious curiosity as to the consultant's private concerns, on the part of persons whose names begin with these initials. But that it is merely a pa.s.sing annoyance is shown by the symbol of the arch, and dancing figures above it, and, with the fig tree beyond, foretells the development of things most wished for, and much future happiness and prosperity.

The anvil in the centre, with the branches of a tree in conjunction, suggests that it will be largely owing to the consultant's energy that this hopeful outlook in the future may safely be predicted.

[Ill.u.s.tration: FIGURE VI]

PRINc.i.p.aL SYMBOLS

_On sides_.--Corkscrew. Letter "C." Arch. Dancing figures above.

Fig tree.

_Near rim_.--Shapeless leaves. Numeral "4." Line leading to flat rock.

_In centre_.--Anvil. Branches of a tree.

_Under handle_.--Scattered dots.

INTERPRETATION

FIGURE VII

Although the small symbol of the dagger points towards the consultant, it would not in this case predict a personal danger, as there are no further signs of illness or misfortune. So that it may safely be taken to mean that the consultant will shortly be going to see a friend who has had an operation; this fact is borne out by the short dotted line beyond, leading to the door knocker, under which is written the word "in."

The numeral "7" coming at the end of the dotted line would show that it will probably be seven weeks before this friend recovers from the illness. This friend's name is shown to begin with "L," as that letter is also near the end of the lines.

The more distant signs of a brooch and a cabinet beyond both foretell the unexpected development of good fortune. If the consultant is married, the thimble in the centre would show future changes in the household; that they will be advantageous is shown by the large feather which gives a.s.surance of a prosperous future.

That this may come about through a friend, or lover, is shown by the cigar, and is further emphasised by the large dots beside it.

A warning against extravagance, however, is given to the consultant by the crinoline, which appears amidst these signs of future wealth.

[Ill.u.s.tration: FIGURE VII]

PRINc.i.p.aL SYMBOLS

_Near rim_.--Small dagger. Short dotted line leading to door knocker, with "in" written beneath. Numeral "7." Letter "L." Dots.

_On sides near circle_.--Group of dots and small symbols showing presents. Brooch. Cabinet.

_In centre_.--Crinoline. Large feather. Small cigar. Thimble.

_Under handle_.--Symbols of letters and parcels.

INTERPRETATION

FIGURE VIII

The only definite indication of future prospects is shown by the symbol of the organ, and acorn, upon the circle at the bottom of the cup, the position of these signs showing that hope will not be realised for some time.

But these symbols make the prediction of ultimate success a safe one.

Should the consultant be a musician, triumph in the profession would be a.s.sured.

The coal scoop and beetle are significant of domestic worries and household cares. But the tea cosy in the centre promises compensation in the way of small comforts and affection.

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PRINc.i.p.aL SYMBOLS

Small symbol of a coal scoop.

_On circle_.--Organ. Acorn beside it. Beetle.

_In centre_.--Tea cosy.

INTERPRETATION

FIGURE IX

This cup would be singularly disappointing from the consultant's point of view, as it is devoid of incident.

The large spray of thistle on the rim indicates an unselfish life of endurance. For the present, there is no sign of a more eventful existence.

The dust-pan, brush, and duster, in the centre, point to future domestic vexations, but the large spray of iris beside it promises a pleasure which will far outbalance the trifling disturbance.

[Ill.u.s.tration: FIGURE IX]

PRINc.i.p.aL SYMBOLS

_Near rim_.--Thistle.

_Centre_.--Dust-pan and brush. Duster. Large spray of iris.

_Under handle_.--Shapeless leaves.