XIX.--THE POLLEX, OR THUMB.

Overthwart lines, that are clear and long underneath the nail and joint of

the thumb, confer riches and honor. A line passing from the upper joint of

the thumb to the cardiaca, threatens a violent death or danger by means of

some married lady. Lines much dispersed in the lower joint of the thumb,

describe men that are contentious, and such as rejoice in scolding, &c. A

line surrounding the thumb, in the middle joint, portends the man shall be

hanged. Equal furrows drawn under the lower joint thereof, argue riches

and possessions. If the first or second joint want incisures, it shows

drowsiness and idleness.