I've heard people talking about putting a penny in their shoe, and I'm curious about the meaning behind this practice. Is it a superstition, a good luck charm, or something else entirely? I'd like to understand the origin and significance of this expression.
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    GeishaGrace
    Tue Nov 12 2024
   
  
    The custom of inserting a penny or a coin into a bride's shoe has a rich historical background.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Giulia
    Tue Nov 12 2024
   
  
    This tradition can be traced back to the Victorian era in Britain.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    CryptoAce
    Tue Nov 12 2024
   
  
    During this time, placing a coin in the bride's shoe was believed to bring good luck.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Caterina
    Mon Nov 11 2024
   
  
    It was also seen as a symbol of financial prosperity.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    WhisperWindLight
    Mon Nov 11 2024
   
  
    The coin was thought to protect the bride from evil spirits.