Double Sixpence Coin Necklace: Review
Something I am well in need of at the moment is some luck, I seem to be stuck in a cycle of everything going wrong one after another, so here’s hoping that this beautiful necklace, I have for review, helps bring a little of it my way.
There is something about a sixpence coin that is quite intriguing, the designs on them often seem to be quite intricate and attract the eye more than other coins would, so it is hardly surprising they have been used for the purpose of jewellery. Of course, though it isn’t just about the look – there is a long history of sixpences being known as a lucky coin. But why is it thought to be lucky?
1) It was put in the Christmas Pudding.
You might be thinking no wasn’t that a three pence and yes you would be correct, however as the circulation of silver three pence disappeared they were replace by the sixpence as the coin that was popped in the pudding.
2) Royal Air Force Charm.
Dating back to the Second World War, Royal Air Form airmen have sewn sixpence behind their wings or brevets as a lucky charm.
3) Something borrowed, something blue.
We all know the tradition of something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue on your wedding day. But did you know it originally carried on to say and a silver sixpence in her shoe. This would be put in the shoes by the father of the bride to wish her love, happiness and prosperity in her marriage.
So as you can see it is unsurprising that it is still till this day seen as lucky and worn by many.
These days a sixpence has become a bit of a fashion accessory, with the double sixpence necklace being something worn by a lot of people and I was kindly sent one from Natural Amber to have a look at.
All of the double sixpence necklaces from Natural Amber are made using two genuine sixpence, that have been handpicked by the jeweller who will be making the necklace by hand. The two coins are soldered together and then a loop is added to each side before it is hung from an 18-inch chain.
But that isn’t it – oh no! They then polish each necklace to get rid of any imperfections and finish it off with a plating coat to keep it looking its best for as long as possible.
To me this is a beautifully made and crafted necklace, I’ve tried looking at the joins from every angle and can’t see a single issue with them and it feels really strong (yes for the purposes of a blog review I even gave it a good old tug and wiggle to see if it would come loose and there was no movement at all).
If you are looking for a double sixpence necklace I definitely suggest this one from Natural Amber as while it might be a little more expensive than others on the market, at £94.99, it is so well made and it looks absolutely gorgeous, so in my mind worth every penny.
What do you think of this double sixpence necklace, could you see yourself buying one?
I love this little lesson about the sixpence coin. I’m totally going to use this during school next week (teacher here) because we are right in the European Renaissance.
It looks very original and cute! I want one of those.
What a totally cool and unique necklace. I love the design and the creativeness.
I’ve not seen a necklace like this before. It’s really nice this one! I like that the coins are old fashioned.
Very original and different. I have never seen a piece of jewelry like that.
I love this necklace. It’s such a pretty piece of jewelry. I would love to give or receive this as a gift!
I do like the look of this. It looks definitely different x
I love the double sixpence design, it’s really unique. I’d definitely get a bracelet like this x
That is really gorgeous! I love necklaces and this one, is one I’d love to wear. Very different and unique! Super pretty.
I’ve never really thought of a sixpence as a lucky thing but now that you’ve said that I know 🙂 This would be a great gift for someone in need of a little luck, maybe if someone is moving into a new house, starting a new job or school, or something along those lines 😀
It is so nice to get a piece of unique jewellery. I spend so much money each year of ‘disposable’, jewellery when really I want something that little bit different that will last. I absolutely love this!
What a unique necklace. I love the meaning behind it.
That seems like a beautiful necklace! I hope it actually brings you good luck
Thank you so much I am really hoping it does haha! x
This is a a beautiful necklace and I love how simple it is and yet it gives off a elegant look. I love that you listed the history to the sixpence, which make it even more special.
It is so nice, I actually didn’t know all the history till I went digging, I have never heard the old ending to something borrowed something blue!
This is a really pretty necklace. I love any jewelry that is unique and the double sixpence is definitely unique!
I’m the same I am such a jewellery fan I have to admit. x
This is sooooo cute! Thanks so much for sharing, it’s the perfect gift idea 😀
Ahh so pretty, I love it! I think the meaning behind it makes it extra special x
What a pretty necklace. I never knew the meanings and traditions behind he sixpence before reading this post.
That’s a wonderful piece! I love jewelry that uses coins like that. Absolutely beautiful.
This is a really unusual necklace and something I would definitely wear. I hope it brings you luck!
Thank you so much – I really need it at the moment as well haha! x
This is a beautiful accessory. I love that it’s available as a necklace and a bracelet. Or, is that just on the wrist for viewing?
Sorry it was just on my wrist to try and show the size of the coins, will try and take it actually on my neck sometime – my fibros been playing up so couldn’t get myself in the right selfie position lol x
I love that look of the double sixpence coin necklace. I might just have to order this because I would like some good luck and a bit of the fashion as well.
Aw I hope you like it if you do order, they do a dipped gold version as well if you want some more Luxe 😉 x
I love this and it is definitely something I would buy and wear, and I need a lot of good luck so it may even help with that as well 🙂 x
*Fingers crossed* lady luck comes and visit us all soon 😉 x
Sixpences are so pretty – I hope this brings you good luck! My family have been putting them in puddings since I can ever remember – and my Grandad was in the RAF, so I’d heard about that too! Funny what we do with money!
They really are so pretty aren’t they – such intricate designs they did on them. x
This is very unique & I forever hear my nan referring to the old money before it changed over – never knew the facts behind a sixpence x