Steeped in Irish legend and tradition, this genuine Irish Lucky Penny coin pendant is a true piece of Ireland. For generations, it was believed that carrying a penny would bring good fortune, and in old Ireland it was customary to give Luck Money at fairs and markets to ensure prosperity for both giver and receiver.
A old custom in Ireland is to turn your penny over three times when there is a new moon to bring good luck and good fortune! If you move to a new home, get married, have a new baby or even buy a new car you will be gifted some “Luck Money”to bring you luck on your new venture. The value is irrelevant, it is simply a gesture of best wishes.
This is a genuine Irish penny coin – not a replica – no longer in circulation since Ireland’s adoption of the Euro in 2002.