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!
After many years of faithful service I recently said good bye to my guide dog Thomas. Well done my good and faithful servant.
Out of sight, out of mind.
I love collecting Silver!! With a busy schedule having 2 boys playing travel sports and a busy family life. I find it easier to just buy and store it away. Leaving all of the guess work out of it. Someday the boys will find out about their treasures left to them. A gift for the family down the road.
My beautiful wife Ann’ of 37 years, is still the Sweet-Heart’ of my life’.! It’s so cool’that you’re giving away a’Prospector’ silver round’ because after supporting my many years of collecting’various pieces’ her favorite has been’ my old Silver “Prospector”, which is surly one of mine also’..! Now’ just maybe’ I can win one for her’ which would make it a double ‘Special Valentine’s Day’ gift , for “My Lovely SweetHeart”.!!
I love my deceased brother Charlie and my deseased mom Betty. i love my daughter and son. i love so many persons, places and things so many to mention that i can encourage all of you at provident to love one another cherish these times every moment treat yourself well.
I love my family and friends.
I love the mystique of the old west. The prospector round is amazing and I really liked the double colt 44 privy mark on the last one. The new round is even better! keep up the good work Provident.
Family
I love my husband and the wonderful marriage our Lord and Savior has blessed and unified. Thank you Jesus!
Too many important people to really list. Most important is my daughter. My saving grace.
I love my family
I love my Whippet. She is super special, and the most loyal friend I have!
I love my parents, they mean the world to me. They are nice,kind and loving they are great people they helped raise me and for that i am truely greatful.
I absolutely love my wife and children and provident metsls
I love getting free silver
I’m a gold prospector that loves silver. Figure that one out.
I liked the australian kookaburra coin … nice to see
My Dad is my favorite Valentine. He always remembers his girls on V-day, which made it pretty special growing up.
I love my 5 exwives.
I love my job! Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life!
I iove the great deals and excellent staff at PROVIDENT!
Love my Lord, my wife, my family, and my country.
Judy is the love of my life. This is our 40th, Valentine’s day together, with many more to come.
I love when silver is cheap!!
Besides silver I love my dog Brady. He is a rescue that soaks up as much love as you can give him.
I would love to win this coin!
I love my job. I work as a cashier at Publix and my anniversary date of hire is Valentine’s day.
I also love my cats who return my love and provide entertainment besides.
Life is good.
I love my life
I love my life. It’s full of happiness and love
I love getting on the golf course with my buddies!
Every day I wake up with my wife is Valentines day. For 42 years we have been married . No regrets ,I would not change a thing.
I love my family