Meaning Behind the Tradition of Coins on Gravestones
If you’ve ever visited a cemetery and noticed coins left atop a headstone, you might have wondered: What does this mean? It’s not an offering from mourners at a shrine, nor a superstitious ritual—it’s a deeply respectful, centuries-old custom with roots in military honor, camaraderie, and silent gratitude. Today, this practice is most commonly associated … Read more