Wedding Token - Recuerdo Matrimonial
Obverse © Fitzone
Features
| Location |
Mexico
 |
|---|---|
| Type | Religious medals › Wedding medals |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Number | N# 87092 |
Obverse
Lettering on top with cross below it .
Hands shaking with hear behind it in the middle with wreath on the bottom.
Lettering: RECUERDO MATRIMONIAL
Reverse
Couple with building behind them.
Edge
Plain
Comments
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.
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