We’re all familiar with the traditional roles played by bridesmaids, flower girls, ring bearers, ushers, and a best man, but what does a Coin Bearer do? In honor of every couple tying the knot this month, here’s the scoop on  five unusual Wedding Party Attendants.

Coin Bearer
Particularly in Filipino wedding ceremonies, it’s traditional for a young boy to carry a pillow bearing 13 Unity Coins—a collection of gold and/or silver coins given to the bride by the groom during the ceremony. The coins, called arras or arrhae, are marked with meaningful symbols and can be treasured heirlooms.

Veil Sponsor
Another Filipino wedding tradition. During the ceremony, the Veil Sponsor drapes a veil to cover both groom and bride together, symbolizing his love and faithfulness.

Unity Sand Ceremony Sponsor
A relatively new , the Unity Sand Ceremony or sand ceremony involves glass containers—one each for bride and groom plus an extra empty vessel. During the wedding, the bride and groom pour their individual sands together into the empty vessel, signifying how their lives have entwined.

Cord Sponsor
During a traditional Filipino wedding,  the Cord Sponsor(s) lower a knotted cord over their heads of the bride and groom and leave it resting on their shoulders. The cord symbolizes their new combined life as a couple.

Candle Sponsor
Candle Sponsors are responsible for lighting the candles on the altar, usually at the beginning of the ceremony.

You’ll find one of a kind Wedding Party Attendant Invitations in these categories and more than 45 more  at Greeting Card Universe, so none of your nearest and dearest will be left out when you and your loved take the final step in becoming a couple.

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