During the month of February, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many places around the world. It’s a day to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. But do you know the origins of this holiday of romance?
The exact history of Valentine’s Day—and Saint Valentine—is not fully known, but we do know that the modern St. Valentine’s Day stems from both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. There are two prevalent tales the offer some insight.
The first tells of a third century Roman priest named Valentine who performed marriages in secret. This was because Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage, believing that single men made better soldiers than those with families. When Valentine’s actions were discovered, he was sentenced to death.
The second story tells of an imprisoned Valentine who sent the first “valentine” note after falling in love with the jailer’s daughter. He allegedly signed a letter to her “From your Valentine,” an expression that is still used today.
We may never know the exact origins of Valentine’s Day, but one thing we do know is that it’s a holiday steeped in romance and sweet, loving gestures. If your loved one enjoys collecting precious metal bullion, perhaps a silver round or bar might be a nice treat to show how much you care. And while you’re shopping, why not try your hand at winning some free silver!
You can enter our giveaway simply by mentioning one person/animal/event/thing that you love. Commenting below will serve as your entry for our February giveaway. But remember to keep it classy; inappropriate comments will be deleted and disqualified. Submit your comment (one comment only please) by February 25, 2018. One winner will be randomly selected on February 26, 2018 to receive a Provident Prospector 1 oz silver round. This Provident exclusive is a new redesign of an old favorite, and we expect to release more designs in the series soon.
Good luck and remember to spread the love!
I love my wife and best friend, Patti.
I love my wife and family and my 3 bird’s
I love my sister.
Why is no animal generally associated with Valentines Day?
I nominate the Panda. Everyone loves Pandas.
i love my Dobe!
I love my mom. Wish I would win and present this to her.
Good luck everyone!!
NURSE
Just another word to describe a person strong enough to TOLERATE EVERYTHING and soft enough to UNDERSTAND EVERYONE, LOVE A NURSE
I love my daughter. And she loves silver.
I love my GOD….I love Christ Jesus. I love my family and fellow man. I love collecting coins!
I love my son and wife.
Love my puppy
Maggie.
I love the provident exclusive silver coins. Quality and appearance is top notch!
I love poetry. And a glass of scotch.
what do I love that’s easy my children, they keep me entertained and young as they get older with each day
My love is bedtime. Nothing makes me more relaxed and comfortable than laying down at the end of the day. Knowing that anything i need to deal with wont be faced until i get sleep. Its my happy place.
I love everybody!
I am glad I received the pure love of God through my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ whom I love!
My dad is now widowed at 86 years old . He is the strongest man I know who I Admire and love with all my heart . He collects silver to leave to his grandchildren. I purchased the prospector bars for him and he just loved them. He would really enjoy having the matching rounds. It would be a nice surprise for him on any holiday!
The story I always thought was somewhere int eh middle ages in Britain or Scotland was where he was.
As usual there is always so much extra that was added on over the years. Though at least to some extent Valentines days has not been over commercialized as some of the other holidays have been.
Hello Provident Metals,
This September will mean 20 years of marriage to my beautiful wife Miriam Elaine Lewis. Her character is like bringing two American Silver Eagles into contact with each other which means she always has the ring of truth in every word she speaks and everything she does. So as you can see, the love of my life is my wife.
Sincerely,
Tony Lewis Jr.
I love my VA Hospital, Doctors and all of the support people. They are doing a outstanding job.
I love my dog Alpha. She was the runt of the litter, shy and afraid. I brought her home and now 5 years later she is mean and sneaky, it’s a good mean though.
Love my wife of 40 years, my best friend and soul mate.
I love to see the joy in the faces of my daughters when they break into random danceing. They are so happy.
My Grandsons.
I love my stack.
1 more round would increase that love.
I love my wife. I am sure a million other husbands will say the same. But we have twp young children and i never realized how she keeps me so grounded until the older child developed anxiety issues and OCD while the younger hit the terrible twos. My wife is such a rock and anchors our house. I love her so much and will give her the silver if i won it.
This Valentine’s Day marks the 32nd year of marriage to my lovely, talented, energetic wife Gail. She is a blessing from above and she has my unwavering devotion. Happy Valentine’s day to all.
I love my family at church and home
I love Mr. B, my golden long hair tiger cat.