WHAT IS DONE WITH THE COIN FROM THE ČESNICA

One of the most cherished Christmas traditions for many is breaking the česnica and waiting to see if the coin symbolizing luck, health, and wealth is in their piece.

It is essential that every family member eats their piece of česnica, whether it contains the coin or not, to ensure strength and health for all household members. If you found the coin, you might have mistakenly placed it somewhere for safekeeping.

According to tradition, the coin retrieved from the česnica should be 'bought' with other money by the person who found it in the bread. It is then placed on or beside an icon and kept until the next Christmas.

It is believed that the fortunate person who retrieved it will be lucky and wealthy throughout the year.