Liberty dimes (aka Mercury dimes)
Although officially minted as a wing capped Liberty in 1916, on first glance the Liberty dime appears to be the profile of the Greek God Mercury. So much so that even coin collectors refer to the Liberty dime as a Mercury dime.
The god Mercury equates to luck, changes and is considered especially fortunate for travelers or gamblers. In Hoodoo practice the Mercury dime is the more desirable of the silver coins, and is used in mojo hands particularly to attract money from trade or gambling.
My lucky dime (pictured) is particularly lucky because it was minted during a leap year, although not particularly rare (1944 dimes are one of the most common.) Also quite lucky as it was found and not purchased.
Other silver coins also have value beyond the face of the coin. 90% silver was commonly used up until 1946 for quarters and nickels and will be easily sorted out from your pocket change by glancing at the side of the coin– real silver coins have no brown ring along the edge (meaning no copper) or if you’re in the practice of carrying a lode stone with you (and who isn’t?) real silver coins are not magnetic.
Carry a silver coin in your pocket and touch it to bring money, wear a silver dime to keep away vexing and curses, or keep one handy to cure a spell of bad luck.
And of course, don’t forget that traditionally one must cross a hand or two with silver for magical favors and divination.
July 6th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
Hmmmmm.. I never carry a lode stone.