A timeless bridal keepsake, handmade with care in our Cambridge workshop.
This 'Something blue' sixpence bridal safety pin brings together tradition, symbolism, and fine detail, designed to be worn discreetly on a wedding day, then treasured long after. A thoughtful gift for any bride, and a modern heirloom rooted in British wedding folklore.
At its heart hangs a genuine Queen Elizabeth II sixpence, struck between 1953 and 1967 - the classic era of the wedding sixpence, and a true something old. Each coin is carefully cleaned and preserved to retain its original character and history.
Paired with this are two elegant charms:
A luminous white freshwater pearl, symbolising purity, love, and new beginnings - a nod to something new
A faceted Blue Topaz teardrop catching the light with soft sparkle - your something blue
The charms are suspended from a silver-tone safety pin and finished with a soft baby blue ribbon, tied by hand for a delicate, understated finish. Designed to sit neatly on the inside of a wedding dress, bouquet wrap, or bridal bag, this piece is lightweight, meaningful, and full of intention.
Each pin is assembled by hand, making every piece subtly unique.
This piece can be upgraded with our Mintique of Cambridge luxury branded jewellery box, designed to complement the heritage nature of our jewellery and make the unboxing experience feel truly special. Perfect for gifting.
Personalise your sixpence
Choose your preferred sixpence year from 1953–1967 - whether it’s the bride’s birth year, a family milestone, or simply a year that feels right.
Sixpence: Genuine QEII British sixpence (1953–1967)
Charm (Blue): Sterling Silver Blue Topaz faceted teardrop, approx. 12mm
Charm (Pearl): Freshwater pearl white rice bead, approx. 10–11mm
Pin: Silver-tone safety pin
Ribbon: Baby blue
Length: Approx. 2 inches (5cm)
Perfect as:
A something blue for the bride
A thoughtful gift from a maid of honour, mother of the bride, or bridesmaid
A keepsake to be passed down or kept with wedding memories
Arrives ready for gifting, with the care and attention you expect from Mintique of Cambridge where history, craftsmanship, and sentiment meet.
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Handmade in Cambridge, UK
All pieces are handcrafted by Katie in her Cambridge workshop - never mass-produced.
Sustainable Packaging
Thoughtfully packaged in recyclable materials with minimal waste.
Each piece from Mintique of Cambridge is handcrafted from genuine vintage coins - designed, made, and polished by hand in our Cambridge workshop. Discover the story behind our jewellery and the meaning it carries.
Each Mintique of Cambridge piece is handmade from genuine vintage coins, designed to be treasured for years to come. With a little care, your jewellery will stay as beautiful as the day it was made. Learn how to clean, store, and protect your coin jewellery.
We want you to love your jewellery but if something’s not quite right, we’ll make it right. You have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. Find more information on our refund policy here.
Christmas returns extension:
All purchases made from 20th November automatically qualify for our extended Christmas returns period. You have until 31st January to return or exchange your item.
All our jewellery is handmade to order. We take pride in making every piece just right. More details about our shipping policy here.
Rings dispatched within 2 weeks of ordering.
Other jewellery within 2 weeks of purchase.
Custom orders up to 3 weeks depending on design and complexity - we will discuss this when ordering.
All items are handmade to order in our Cambridge UK workshop by me (Katie!). Learn more about the Mintique Of Cambridge story here.
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Necklaces: The easiest way to work out your preferred necklace size is to find a necklace you already wear and like the length of. Open it and measure clasp to clasp. This will give you the total length. Bear in mind if you are ordering a double coin necklace this will add to the over all length i.e ordering an 18 inch Sixpence double coin necklace will result in an overall length of 18 inches PLUS the width of the 2 coins.
Rings: Please place your order with your best guess. I always double check your ring size before sending your handmade ring to you - find out more about my Perfect Fit Method here.
