Do You Wonder Where The Silver Sixpence Tradition Comes From?
The Silver Sixpence Tradition…
Most people have heard this old sixpence Rhyme
“Something old, Something new,
Something borrowed, Something blue,
and a silver sixpence in her shoe… “
It’s one of the most well-known wedding rhymes, and dates back to before the 19th century.
The ‘lucky’ five items a bride includes on her wedding day come from much older traditions!
A Sixpence is a Symbol of Prosperity for the Marriage
Did you know, the silver sixpence is a symbol of prosperity for the marriage?
The silver sixpence tradition dates back to the 1600s. Families gave a silver sixpence to the bride as part of her dowry and also as a talisman to ward off evil spirits. (At the time a female servant might receive £3 per year). Some families have kept the same sixpence and passed it down through generations. How amazing is that!
The Silver Sixpence Tradition, with an update!
What is a lucky sixpence bag?
The rhyme says ‘a silver sixpence in her shoe’. I thought a sixpence in your shoe wouldn’t be very comfortable, so I’ve come up with some lovely alternative solutions…
These gorgeous sixpence bags have been made to match the rare lace Ayana set and each contain a genuine sixpence.
The garter above actually has the sixpence attached with a small loop of ribbon. You can find the ‘Lucky Sixpence garter’ here
Perfect tiny silk and lace sixpence bags, that can be
- stitched to your garter
- adding a loop it can be tied into your bouquet
- lastly, this is just so romantic… give it to your groom to keep in his breast pocket, over his heart…
Love this idea 🤍 xx
Sixpence bags can be made to match most of the wedding garters and you can order yours here
Sorry, they are not sold separately and are only available when you order a wedding garter, however they don’t need to be attached to your garter. Many brides choose a loop and have it in their bouquet, or be really romantic and give it to your groom, to hold in his breast pocket, over his heart. 🤍
You choose how you would like it, when you place your order.
If you have any questions just ask 077 8080 1102
Catherine x