The Arquetu is a mythological being that appears in
Cantabrian mythology
Cantabrian mythology refers to the myths, teachings and legends of the Cantabri, a pre-Roman Celtic people of the north coastal region of Iberia (Spain). Over time, Cantabrian mythology was likely diluted by Celtic mythology and Roman mythology ...
as an old man with the drawing of a green cross and 7 keys on his forehead. He lends
money
Money is any item or verifiable record that is generally accepted as payment for goods and services and repayment of debts, such as taxes, in a particular country or socio-economic context. The primary functions which distinguish money are as ...
to those foolish enough to spend their fortune but if they do it again, he punishes them by giving them a curse of eternal
poverty.
[Hernúñez, Pollux, Monstruos, Duendes Y Seres Fantasticos De La Mitología Cantabra, pg. 100]
References
Cantabrian legendary creatures
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