Pendant 5 schei de mona
These “5 schei” charms are handcrafted using the lost-wax casting technique in high-quality 925 silver. They are also available in gold or burnished finish and, upon request, in 9 or 18 kt gold. They are ideal as corporate gifts or for special occasions. They can also be made in brass upon request, with a minimum order of 40 pieces. Upon request, we can also create “5 schei de mona” rings, cufflinks, money clips, lapel pins, and earrings.
The base price refers to the ungilded silver pendant. The “5 schei de mona” is a typical Venetian allegorical coin, engraved with the famous saying:
“Sinque schei de mona fa ben a tutti” (5 pennies of stupidity are good for everyone). A gift like this is an authentically Venetian thought, perfect for those who love our tradition. The “5 schei de mona” probably derives from an Austrian one-pfenning coin, with the inscription “schei de munze,” which circulated when Lombardy-Venetia was under the Austrian Empire, between the late 18th and mid-19th centuries. Over time, the Venetians, for convenience, transformed the name into “sinque schei de mona.” These coins were produced by various goldsmiths as early as the 1940s and even earlier, at a time when Venice (and Italy) forcefully expressed its cultural identity, something unfortunately increasingly rare today. Having “5 schei de mona” in your pocket in Venice means remembering that, when necessary, it’s best to act a little ignominious to avoid problems. Pretending not to understand, as a strategy during a negotiation or discussion, can be a surprisingly effective method. It’s a concept similar to the Neapolitan proverb: “Fa’ o scem pe’ nun ghi’ a guerra” (Be a fool to avoid war), to act like a fool to avoid war, that is, to cunningly escape a potentially dangerous situation. If you’d like a more luxurious version, visit the page about the 5 schei de mona mint condition!
Dear customer, this jewel may not be available immediately, but it is reproducible and customizable
Description
These “5 schei” charms are handcrafted using the lost-wax casting technique in high-quality 925 silver. They are also available in gold or burnished finish and, upon request, in 9 or 18 kt gold. They are ideal as corporate gifts or for special occasions. They can also be made in brass upon request, with a minimum order of 40 pieces. Upon request, we can also create “5 schei de mona” rings, cufflinks, money clips, lapel pins, and earrings.
The base price refers to the ungilded silver pendant. The “5 schei de mona” is a typical Venetian allegorical coin, engraved with the famous saying:
“Sinque schei de mona fa ben a tutti” (5 pennies of stupidity are good for everyone). A gift like this is an authentically Venetian thought, perfect for those who love our tradition. The “5 schei de mona” probably derives from an Austrian one-pfenning coin, with the inscription “schei de munze,” which circulated when Lombardy-Venetia was under the Austrian Empire, between the late 18th and mid-19th centuries. Over time, the Venetians, for convenience, transformed the name into “sinque schei de mona.” These coins were produced by various goldsmiths as early as the 1940s and even earlier, at a time when Venice (and Italy) forcefully expressed its cultural identity, something unfortunately increasingly rare today. Having “5 schei de mona” in your pocket in Venice means remembering that, when necessary, it’s best to act a little ignominious to avoid problems. Pretending not to understand, as a strategy during a negotiation or discussion, can be a surprisingly effective method. It’s a concept similar to the Neapolitan proverb: “Fa’ o scem pe’ nun ghi’ a guerra” (Be a fool to avoid war), to act like a fool to avoid war, that is, to cunningly escape a potentially dangerous situation. If you’d like a more luxurious version, visit the page about the 5 schei de mona mint condition!
