12 lucky lucky money coins in the world

1. Japanese 5 Yen Coin

The 5 yen coin also has the same pronunciation as another Chinese character that means "marriage".

The 5 yen coin is made of brass and is larger and heavier than the 1 yen coin. In Japanese, the 5 yen coin is pronounced “go-en”, which sounds the same as another Chinese character meaning “to make a marriage”, so it is considered a lucky coin.

According to word of mouth in Japan, if a person puts a 5 Yen coin in his wallet on his first month's salary, he will always have plenty of money in the future.

When giving a wallet to someone, Japanese people always remember to put a 5 Yen coin inside with the hope that the owner of the wallet will not have to worry about money in the future.

2. One penny coin - Ireland

One side of the Irish lucky coin depicts a harp - the symbol of this country.

The Irish believe that their penny brings good luck to whoever receives it. Some accounts even tell of the custom of shopkeepers returning the penny to customers to wish them good luck with their purchases.

Another reason why this coin is so valuable is that it was only minted for a limited period of time (1928-1968). After that, they were all recalled and melted down, only a few were hidden by the people and 35 years later became a sought-after item by Irish collectors.

3. Peace Dollar – America

Even though it is only worth one dollar, this silver coin still has great significance in American life.

Even though it is only worth $1, the coin"peace"has great significance in the lives of Americans.

This coin was circulated from 1921 to 1935 in the US and is considered a lucky coin because it has an engraving of the Statue of Liberty.

In addition, the lucky meaning also lies in the Western concept that "having 1 USD in your pocket means you always have money".

4. One pfennig coin – Germany

A pfennig coin is one of the lucky symbols of Germany.

A Pfennig coin is one of the lucky symbols of Germany.

According to ancient German beliefs, this coin had the ability to ward off evil spirits and drive witches away from the village, so it was often attached to the door of a house to ward off evil spirits.

Today, the Pfennig coin is also known as"a cent"and is often used as a gift by people because of its meaning in spiritual life.

In particular, a Pfennig coin is considered to bring the greatest luck when you accidentally find it on the road.

5. One dollar coin - Canada

Lucky Loonie is considered a "lucky charm" for Canadian athletes in many international tournaments.

Also known affectionately as the Lucky Loonie, Canada's 11-sided gold coin was first introduced in 1987. At the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, the Lucky Loonie became a lucky symbol in Canada after Trent Evans, a member of the hockey team, secretly placed it on the ice of the rink.

As a result, both the men's and women's hockey teams won gold medals at the Olympics that year. From the above story, Canadian athletes often have the habit of secretly carrying a Lucky Loonie during international competitions.

6. 5p coin – Falkland Islands

Engraved with the image of a seagull - a symbol of long sea voyages, the 5p coin was considered a lucky charm for sailors on the Falkland Islands.

The Falkland Islands are an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, covering an area of ​​12,200 km2, and are a British Overseas Territory. The 5 pence coin circulating on the islands features a large seagull in flight.

This is considered a symbol of happiness when returning home for sailors and long-distance sailors all over the world. The timely appearance of the birds is a sign that land is ahead. The story of these lucky sea voyages is passed down for many generations on the Falkland Islanders' 5p coin.

7. Sixpence – England

British 6p coin with very elaborate and unique carvings

The British sixpence coin, with its extremely elaborate and unique engravings, is considered one of the most famous lucky coins in the world.

The front of the coin features an image of Queen Elizabeth II, while the back features four symbols representing the countries that make up the United Kingdom: the English rose, the Irish shamrock, the Welsh leek, and the Scottish starfruit.

For centuries, brides in the UK have believed that if they place this sixpence in their shoe at the hour of their wedding, their marriage will be prosperous. Therefore, in addition to being used as a New Year's gift, this sixpence is also used as a gift for brides.

8. Angel Gold Coin – France

Napoleon Bonaparte is said to have kept the Angel coin with him but then lost it just before the Battle of Waterloo.

Legend has it that when Augustine Dupre, the designer of the Angel coin, was sentenced to death, he held the coin in his hand and prayed. The executioner, upon seeing it, allowed him to exchange it for life. Since then, owning an Angel coin has been considered lucky.

Napoleon Bonaparte also kept a gold Angel with him during his conquest of Europe until he lost it. This was just before the Battle of Waterloo.

9. One Singapore dollar coin

Both sides are meticulously carved with a bagua pattern near the edge of the coin.

Around the 1980s, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew issued a Singapore dollar coin with two meticulously carved sides featuring a Bagua image near the edge of the coin.

Since its release, the coin has been considered a lucky symbol for all owners. Most Singaporeans carry the $1 coin with them, believing it to be a sacred item.

In addition to its spiritual significance, for Singaporeans, the $1 coin is also a symbol of wealth.

10. Buffalo Nickels – USA

Buffalo Nickels are only worth 5 cents but still have great significance in everyday life.

Buffalo Nickels, also known as Hobo Nickels, feature an image of a Native American on one side and an American bison on the other. Although Buffalo Nickels were only worth 5 cents, the special engraving could be exchanged for a warm blanket, a meal, or a place to stay overnight for the homeless.

11. US $2 bill

1976 US $2 bill

The 1976 US $2 bill is considered one of the luckiest bills in the world. This bill was issued by the US Federal Reserve to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the country's independence (July 4, 1776).

This is a very special bill, it marks the 200-year history of the formation and development of the United States of America.

12. 2018 Australian Gold Coin

2018 Australian Gold Coin.

The front of the 2018 gold-plated Australian coin features an image of a resilient dog symbolizing "steadfastness and loyalty". Accompanied by the words "Year of the Dog", along with the image of the Chinese character "Tuat".

The front of the silver-plated dog coin is designed with a stylized image of a family of dogs protecting each other, implying the virtue of "unity and sharing". The back of both Gold/Silver Coins is Queen Elizabeth II. She is currently the Queen of the Commonwealth of Nations, which includes 53 countries from Europe, America, Asia, Africa, and Australia.