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 assurance 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.