As we’re already established, I’m fascinated by curses, so let’s explore three more of the creepiest cursed objects around the world. Uluru Although it’s a stretch to call this an “item”, Uluru is a magnificent sandstone formation in the Northern Territory, Australia. Known as Ayers Rock by European settlers, Uluru is a site of incredible…
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Another 3 Cursed Items
I do love supposedly cursed items and the stories behind them. Let’s explore another three of my favourites. The Black Prince’s Ruby and The Sultan’s Curse Despite its rather grand name, the Black Prince’s Ruby isn’t a ruby at all, it’s a spinel. This isn’t why the gem is cursed, however. That’s a much darker…
3 Freaky Family Curses
By now, we all know that I love a good curse. I’m fascinated by them. Maybe that’s because the feeling of impending dread handed down by generations of hereditary trauma resinates with me. So, before we turn this into an open therapy session, let’s explore some of the most infamous cases of freaky family curses….
3 More Cursed Items
Y’know, I just can’t resist a good ol’ curse. There’s just something about an otherwise ordinary object, hiding a frightfully unusual past that I just love. What makes an item cursed? Is it the latent emotional energy of a tragic event or previous owner impressed upon the item? Is a curse created only by the…
4 Famously Cursed Films
Whether it’s real life tragedy, or the stuff of legends, the concept of cursed movies has been around since the advent of the media itself. Is it a series of unconnected coincidence, or is there something darker afoot? Something demonic perhaps. Decide for yourself as we take a look at four frightening cursed movies. The…
5 Curious Cursed Objects You May Not Have Heard Of
Who doesn’t love a good curse? Well, except those who fall victim to it, of course. I for one, have always been fascinated with curses, cursed objects and artefacts you probably shouldn’t touch, so I thought, why not pick a few of my favourites to share with you! By now, we know all about the…
Robert: The Haunted Doll of Key West
If you find yourself at a loose end in Key West, Florida, why not spend an afternoon in the East Martello Museum? Amongst the local art and history, you may find yourself drawn toward one peculiar exhibit – that of an almost child sized doll, named Robert. He sits in his glass case, holding his…
The Hawthorn Files 