Looking for the perfect "token" of your affection? Love-themed coins make the perfect Valentine’s gifts!
Valentine’s Day has questionable origins that date back to ancient Rome. However, its first known reference as a holiday of romance was in Geoffrey Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.
First published sometime around 1380, Chaucer’s poem, The Parliament of Fowls held the quote “For this was on Saint Valentine’s day. When every fowl cometh there to choose his mate.”
A shift toward romance
This referred to the way English birds paired off in February to lay eggs. It wasn’t long after this reference that some Europeans began sending notes to their loved ones during the birds’ mating season! By the time Shakespeare penned Hamlet around 1600, Ophelia referred to herself as the protagonist’s Valentine.
And now, every year on February 14, we make an extra effort to show our love for that special someone in our life. There are always the traditional standbys we’ve all come to know, from chocolates to flowers. No matter if your significant other is a collector, or whether you’re simply looking for a unique gift that’s sure to put a sparkle in their eye, we have some fantastic coins and collectibles to choose from that are sure to show your love.
Finding the perfect coin gift!
Looking for a more traditional coin-type gift this Valentine’s Day? This “Love Always” silver bar is a solid standout! Its delicate rose pattern is sure to make it a beloved keepsake. And, since it’s struck in 1 oz. of 99.9% pure silver, it’s an elegant and stylish keepsake.
If your loved one is a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas, be sure to check out this $2 Love Is Eternal coin from Niue! This heart-shaped coin features Jack Skellington and Sally from the acclaimed Tim Burton film, along with the inscription love is eternal.
Though it’s not directly love related, someone special is sure to fall in love with this adorable 500 Togrog coin from Mongolia! Minted in Ultra High Relief, this intriguing piece depicts a charming woodland hedgehog snuggled in a colorful nest of plants.
Jewelry fashioned from coin designs
If you prefer giving the gift of jewelry, why not present her with something eye catching and unique? For a piece that looks simple, but is far from it, try out the Liberty Walking half dollar heart pendant. One side is a beautiful heart, while the other features a cast image of the Liberty Walking half reverse design!
Another necklace based on a beautiful coin design is this Hibiscus cut coin piece. Cast from a hand-cut Bahamas 15 cent coin, it’s a delicate symbol of beauty, joy and luck! It’s also a lovely compliment to these Orange Blossom cut coin earrings. They’re crafted from hand-cut reproductions of a pair of Netherlands Antilles 50 cent coins. Plus, they come suspended from gold-filled French hooks.
No matter the style or tastes of your favorite collector, the beauty of this hobby is that there’s something for every occasion! Do you have any Valentine gift traditions with your loved one? I’d love to hear about them in the comments below!
