According to the rhyme, it signifies a KISS coming your way.
1 for sorrow
2 for joy
3 for a girl
4 for boy
5 for silver
6 for gold
7 for a secret never to be told
8 for a wish
9 for a kiss
1 for sorrow
2 for joy
3 for a girl
4 for boy
5 for silver
6 for gold
7 for a secret never to be told
8 for a wish
9 for a kiss