VASILOPITA COINS AVAILABLE ON ORTHODOX MARKETPLACE   

Begin the 2023 new year with the cherished vasilopita tradition with a beautiful gold-plated coin from Orthodox Marketplace. Vasilopita is the traditional Greek cake or pita served for New Year to celebrate the life of Saint Basil the Great.   

The coin, also known as the flouri, is inserted into the dough before baking. Before serving, start by making the sign of the cross, and then cutting a slice for Christ, Saint Basil, and each person present. In some traditions, pieces are given from oldest to youngest. Whoever finds the coin is said to be blessed during the coming year! Some traditions suggest donating something for the less fortunate if the coin is found in the slice for Christ or Saint Basil.  

This age-old tradition began in the fourth century, when Saint Basil was a Bishop and wanted to donate to the less fortunate in his Diocese discretely. So, he recruited some faithful to bake sweet bread, place gold coins inside, and distribute them to those in need.  

Let’s continue this cherished New Year precious tradition this coming New Year by purchasing coins today. 

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Select UPS-Ground or USPS-Priority at checkout to get them in time for the New Year. 

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