Complete art of practical palmistry explained

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What is the meaning of a star on the third phalange of Mercury's finger?

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This is a sign of eloquence, and ability to express one's feelings, or language relating to physical life find its requirements.

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What is the meaning of a cross on the finger of Mercury?

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On the first phalange it means celibacy, consequent upon poverty.

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What is the meaning of lines on the finger of Mercury?

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A line the whole length of the finger promises success in science: three lines show that the mind is deeply engrossed in scientific research of an unpractical nature: one deep line on the first phalange shows a weak constitution, and a line from the mount to the third phalange shows astute intel­ligence.

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What is the meaning of a spot on Mercury's mount?

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This shows misfortune in business, but a good Fate line or line of Fortune may be able to overcome it if the will is also strong.

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What does a grille on the mount of Mercury indicate?

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It is a sign of danger of violent death, and if in addition to the Grille there is a circle also, it indicates death by water.

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What does a star on the mount of Mercury indicate?

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This indicates a dishonest nature, but when it is connected with the Marriage lines it has other significations.

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What does a cross on the mount of Mercury indicate?

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This is a bad sign, and denotes tendencies for stealing or kleptomania, and a love of science carried to such an ex­tent as to lead to dishonest practices in its pursuits.

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What is the meaning of three or more vertical lines on the mount of Mercury?

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These indicate great aptitude for science: a doctor or a nurse to be very clever should possess these lines very clear and distinct. Many cross lines on this mount indicate aptitude for scientific work, but not monetary success, because they show obstacles in the way of success in commercialism.

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What does one clear strong line indicate on the mount of Mercury?

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In an active hand, this is an indication that in the pursuit and study of things occult and mysterious much time and thought has been given.

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When the mount of Mercury is without lines what does it indicate?

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When full and smooth but unlined, it indi­cates a good intellect and keenness of perception.