Wedding Token - Recuerdo Matrimonial Coin (Two Rings) ND front Wedding Token - Recuerdo Matrimonial Coin (Two Rings) ND back
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Wedding Token - Recuerdo Matrimonial Coin (Two Rings) ND

 
Zinc-aluminium - 16 mm
Description
Location
United States
Type
Event tokens › Festival tokens
Composition
Zinc-aluminium
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#70899
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3 Crosses.
Two interlocking rings.

Lettering: RECUERDOMATRIMONIAL

Edge

Plain

Comment

Las arras, or Las arras matrimoniales (English: arrhae, wedding tokens, or unity coins) are wedding paraphernalia used in Christian wedding ceremonies in Spain, Latin American countries, and the Philippines. The tradition is also followed, with varying names and customs, in countries and communities bearing degrees of Hispanic influence. Traditionally, in Spain and Latin America, it is made up of thirteen gold coins presented in an ornate box or chest; in the Philippines, it is in an ornate basket or pouch. After being blessed by a priest, they are given or presented by the groom to the bride.