What could be cooler than discontinued coins coming back into circulation as stunning coin necklaces?! Feast your eyes on these gorgeous upcycled coin necklaces by RUBY. These trendy pieces are absolutely perfect for everyday wear. We love the idea of coin necklaces and are very excited to announce that these 5 beautiful pieces are up for grabs. Read on to find out how you can enter to win your favourite one in our new giveaway with RUBY.
We were taken from the moment we spotted these gorgeous RUBY coin necklaces. RUBY is an independent line of beautiful lingerie and accessories from Cape Town, South Africa. The upcycled coin collection was designed by RUBY’s founder, Robyn Lidsky.
There is just something so nostalgic about coins. Robyn likens it to the memory of walking to the sweet shop to buy candy with your first pocket money. More than that, she says this collection was inspired by the rich history of vanquished empires, forgotten rulers and the famous events that these coins commemorate.
“Coin design is a highly skilled and considered craft that draws on leading artisans, influential artistic themes and the relevant cultural elements of each era.”
We think the necklaces are awesome, and love that all the coins have been selected for their intricate designs, historical relevance, handsome typography, or interesting engraving. The chosen coins are then repurposed into the most incredible jewellery. To become necklaces each coin goes through a two-step polishing process. The coins are then top-mounted with antique fittings. This allows the necklaces to be reversible, perfect for when you feel like showing off the flip side of the coin.
Although based in South Africa, RUBY is representing all corners of the globe with this Classic Coin Collection. Therefore we are pleased to say this competition is open internationally!
To enter: Like RUBY and Upcycle That on Facebook and comment below saying that you have liked us, as well as which coin necklace is your favourite.
This competition is now closed.
Congratulations to our winners:
Coin necklace 1 – Christine Maloney from the USA
Coin necklace 2 – Ruline de Bruyn from South Africa
Coin necklace 3 – Norma Nugent from the USA
Coin necklace 4 – Leandi September from South Africa
Coin necklace 5 – Jedidja den Besten from the Netherlands
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I love #5!!! I have “Liked” both Facebook sites.
I LOVE all the Ruby jewelry and would be proud to wear any piece, but I think number 2 is my favorite with the ship as I want to travel to new places far away and see and experience other cultures!!! So, my vote is for number 2 !!!
I have “liked” both Ruby and Upcycle That on Facebook. I love all the coin necklaces but #1 is definitely my favorite. No matter where you are traveling as long as you have the sun shining down on you the adventure will be wonderful!
Both pages Liked!
They’re all gorgeous but I think #1 is my favourite. 🙂
What a good idea to use coins! Number 5 is my favourite one.
Following as lee september.I love them all:) but if had to choose I would choose 1 or 4:))
Lovely pieces!Pretty Please pick me:)))
Lovely, all of them! But, I am particularly partial to the beautiful Argentine sun of #1. I’ve “liked” both pages on Facebook.
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Thanks Marguerite, which one is your favourite please?
I liked them both. I’m so excited to see more upcycling projects! I’m starting an eco-sewing business and love all things repurposed! I think I like the Ruby #1 best for the sun, that it’s from Argentina and I’d love to visit South America, and the scrollwork at the top of the design.
I loved all of them ……but no 5 just takes me by awe
Heart that too tilted and crafted in coins just swipes me off my feet
Would really love to have them all 🙂
(Liked both sites )
‘Liked’ RUBY and Upcycle That on FB 🙂 and No.2 is my fav.
I “liked” both pages on FB….would love to win any piece, they are all so cool!
Have liked both sites on Facebook. I love them all but in particular Number 1. Brilliant idea Ruby and Upcycle
I have liked UT on Facebook. The necklaces are all so amazing! I think #4 is my favorite.
I meant to put #2 was my favorite!
Hi! I like both Upcycle and Ruby on Facebook. My favorite necklace is number 5!
Cool idea!
Have “liked” both sites, have been a fan of the RUBY for a long time, and “upcycle that” is great! Love nr 5, quirky and yet serene. X
I love (and ‘like’) these necklaces – Think number 1 is my fave – well done on a funky idea and a great collaboration! Hope you make a mint from these 😉
I am a fan of both pages on FB. Coin 2 will always remind me of my first trip to Sweden, sailing on the Baltic Sea to Birka, which is an island where Vikings were merchants before our time.
Liked both! #4 is my fave!
Liked on ruby and already liked on upcycle that… 1 & 5 are my faves but the are all awesome and unique
Have liked both page, have to say I really love number 2 xxx
Liked both(Karin Shaim on fb)
Coin 1 really caught my attention
I have liked both pages! It is hard to pick, but I think number 1 is my favorite!
Liked 🙂
Love number one, reminds me of the sun!
“Liked” both!!! I love number 1, number 2 is a close second.
I have liked your pages and this would be a cool thing for us to show during our presentations as examples of upcycled items. I like #4.
Liked both pages. I love me some RUBY swagger 🙂 Especially numbers 1 and 3.
They are all beautiful. My favourite is the half penny no. 2 and the year 1944 has special memories to my parents. I have liked both pages.
#2 is so cute <3 I liked both pages! I LOVE Up-cycle That! <3
Liked both pages. ;). They are all very Beautiful.. #4.
I stumbled across this site trying to distract myself from my insomnia and I’m glad I did! I’ve liked both pages and will have to say that there’s something about #2 that draws me in but I can’t take my eyes off #4. I love the coin necklace idea. I have 2 in my necklace collection and recently saw this amazing art collection made from coins at the Indianapolis Art Center. So much history, I love it!
All are cute-No 1 and 3 are my favorites. Love the idea too!
I have liked and entered. What an amazing upcycled necklace. My gran would have loved this!
Hi Nicolette, which one is your favourite please?
I liked both upcycle that and Ruby’s! I love the idea of using coins for necklaces!
I like all of them but number 5 best. Liked you on Facebook!!!
Like them all with 2 as my favorite- brings to mind Styx, “Sail Away”…Glad to find your site!