National Lucky Penny Day is observed every year on May 23. It’s always pleasant to find a penny, and on this particular day, everyone is on the alert for any that may be lying around. The discovery of pennies is frequently associated with good fortune, and celebrants believe that if you locate a penny on National Lucky Penny Day, you may be extraordinarily fortunate!
HISTORY OF NATIONAL LUCKY PENNY DAY
Nobody really knows the origins of National Lucky Penny Day. Perhaps this is what makes the day so enjoyable (and fortunate)! In 1793, however, the first American pennies were struck from copper. The expression “worth a penny” may sound absurd to us now, but there was once a time when a penny was of great worth. Due to inflation, the penny has lost value over the years and is now essentially worthless. Nonetheless, it’s always pleasant to stumble upon a penny when you’re not looking for it!
National auspicious Penny Day is also observed by those who consider pennies to be auspicious charms. They always keep a watch on the ground to determine whether or not they will find a lucky penny on this day. In numerous cultures, pennies are regarded as omens of good fortune and are regarded as fortunate objects.
In many countries, a penny is the tiniest unit of currency. The modern penny was modelled after the ancient Roman denarius, and it was not until 757 A.D. that it was introduced in England. The first colonisers brought the penny to America, and in 1793, the United States began minting its own pennies.
5 MIND-BLOWING FACTS ABOUT PENNIES
In 1857, for the first time, smaller-sized pennies were struck. Previously, they were quite large and weighty.
Allegedly, Benjamin Franklin devised the first penny in 1787!
On average, the cent is believed to remain in circulation for 25 years.
Steel and zinc have been used to mint pennies since 1943.
In almost every language, the penny has a distinct name; for instance, it is known as “pfennig” in German and “penning” in Swedish!
NATIONAL LUCKY PENNY DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | May 23 | Tuesday |
| 2024 | May 23 | Thursday |
| 2025 | May 23 | Friday |
| 2026 | May 23 | Saturday |
| 2027 | May 23 | Sunday |
