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Las arras, or las arras matrimoniales (English: arrhae, wedding tokens, or unity coins) are wedding paraphernalia used in Christian wedding ceremonies in Spain, Latin American countries, and the Philippines. The tradition is also followed, with varying names and customs, in other countries and communities bearing degrees of Hispanic influence. Traditionally, in Spain and Latin America, it is made up of thirteen gold coins presented in an ornate box or chest; in the Philippines, it is in an ornate basket or pouch. After being blessed by a priest, they are given or presented by the groom to the bride.

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  • Tradicionalmente, las arras matrimoniales son un conjunto de 13 monedas que los novios intercambian en la ceremonia nupcial. El contenido simbólico responde a la compartición de los bienes materiales de la nueva sociedad, cuyo contrato se perfecciona tras la transacción. Aunque de origen romano-germánico, en su configuración actual, el ritual es de origen mozárabe y establece doce partes (representadas por las monedas) para los meses del año y una para los pobres. No corresponden pues, en tanto que símbolo de destino común, ni a dote ni a precio alguno por la novia. (es)
  • Las arras, or las arras matrimoniales (English: arrhae, wedding tokens, or unity coins) are wedding paraphernalia used in Christian wedding ceremonies in Spain, Latin American countries, and the Philippines. The tradition is also followed, with varying names and customs, in other countries and communities bearing degrees of Hispanic influence. Traditionally, in Spain and Latin America, it is made up of thirteen gold coins presented in an ornate box or chest; in the Philippines, it is in an ornate basket or pouch. After being blessed by a priest, they are given or presented by the groom to the bride. (en)
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  • Tradicionalmente, las arras matrimoniales son un conjunto de 13 monedas que los novios intercambian en la ceremonia nupcial. El contenido simbólico responde a la compartición de los bienes materiales de la nueva sociedad, cuyo contrato se perfecciona tras la transacción. Aunque de origen romano-germánico, en su configuración actual, el ritual es de origen mozárabe y establece doce partes (representadas por las monedas) para los meses del año y una para los pobres. No corresponden pues, en tanto que símbolo de destino común, ni a dote ni a precio alguno por la novia. (es)
  • Las arras, or las arras matrimoniales (English: arrhae, wedding tokens, or unity coins) are wedding paraphernalia used in Christian wedding ceremonies in Spain, Latin American countries, and the Philippines. The tradition is also followed, with varying names and customs, in other countries and communities bearing degrees of Hispanic influence. Traditionally, in Spain and Latin America, it is made up of thirteen gold coins presented in an ornate box or chest; in the Philippines, it is in an ornate basket or pouch. After being blessed by a priest, they are given or presented by the groom to the bride. (en)
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  • Arras matrimoniales (es)
  • Las arras (en)
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