And a Sixpence in Her Left Shoe by Favors Depot Sixpence, a coin from England, has been placed in the Bride's left shoe before walking down the aisle, as a good luck wedding ceremony coin. By placing the coin in the bride's left shoe brings the married couple good luck and great wealth, as well as a very happy marriage A wedding coin tradition becoming very popular in the United States For good luck, longevity & prosperity. Recommended: Take a photo of the Maid of Honor or Father of the Bride placing the coin in the Bride's shoe before the ceremony! The Sixpence is no longer minted, becoming very rare as time goes on. Comes in a shiny silver metallic gift envelope.