Las Monedas del Consorcio: Wedding Coins for the 21st Century

There's something old, yet new coming up the aisle at a wedding near you. "Las Monedas del Consorcio" are the 21st century update to the traditional arras or monedas (wedding coins), and their symbolism affirms the vows of an enduring marriage.

(PRWEB) January 17, 2005 -- Coins have been an integral part of many wedding customs throughout the world. Known as arras or monedas in Mexico, Spain and the Philippines, the coins traditionally represented the ability of the groom to support his wife or confirm his position as the bread winner for the family."

Today, wedding coins have come to symbolize more than just prosperity. Today's couples embrace life & face the world together in a more mutually supportive way than ever before.

"Las Monedas del Consorcio" reflect today's values, and celebrate marriage in the spirit of egalitarianism. They are the Spanish version of the widely popular "Unity Coins" that have become a modern wedding standard throughout the U.S. Each of the 13 coins in the set has a unique design representing qualities of a successful marriage:

el amor (love) ~:~ la confianza (trust) ~:~ la dedicación (commitment) ~:~ el respeto (respect) ~:~ la alegría (joy) ~:~ la felicidad (happiness) ~:~ la armonía (harmony) ~:~ la sabiduría (wisdom) ~:~ la unidad (unity) ~:~ el sustento (nurturing) ~:~ el cuidado (caring) ~:~ la cooperación (cooperation) ~:~ la paz (peace)

Corky Pasquil (creator of "Las Monedas del Consorcio"): "I was inspired to design these special coins with themes that celebrate the universal qualities of an enduring marriage. They are very meaningful to my wife & me." The coin designs include a fusion of global art influences, including the "Celtic Marriage Knot" (backside of each coin), the Adinkra (Asante people of Africa) symbol for Wisdom, and the Chinese "Yin & Yang."

Each coin size is 30mm diameter (half-dollar size) and are available in gold or silver finish. Each set includes a leatherette keepsake box with coin slots for a beautiful display. "Las Monedas del Consorcio" are available worldwide at www.UnityCoins.com, and will be sold in better bridal shops soon.

For more information & hi-res photos:

http://www.mybarong.com/unity-coins-press-pix.html

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