Unsolved:Mãe-do-Ouro
From HandWiki
The Mãe-do-Ouro (lit. Mother of Gold) is a Brazilian mythological figure primarily known in the folklore of the interior of the Brazilian Southeast, Northeast, and Center-West regions.[1] Depending on the region, this figure takes the form of either a beautiful blonde woman that wears a silk dress or a fireball that has the ability to transform itself into the former.[2] Her appearance is said to indicate areas where gold and precious minerals should not be exploited.[3]
History
The origins of the Mãe-do-Ouro date to the 18th century Brazilian Gold Rush.[4]
See also
References
- ↑ Valeriano, Maria Luiza (2020-08-17). "Lenda da Mãe do Ouro - Folclore brasileiro" (in pt-BR). https://escolaeducacao.com.br/lenda-mae-do-ouro/.
- ↑ Banville, Sarah (2021-09-16) (in en). Monsters: 100 Weird Creatures from Around the World. Hachette Children's Group. p. 72. ISBN 978-1-5263-6350-3.
- ↑ "Mãe-de-Ouro: lenda, origem do mito e explicação" (in pt-br). https://www.todamateria.com.br/mae-de-ouro/.
- ↑ "Lendas da Cultura [sobrenatural mineira - Correio de Minas"] (in pt-BR). 2022-05-10. https://correiodeminas.com.br/2022/05/10/lendas-da-cultura-sobrenatural-mineira/.
 |  |
