Our Money pots have been traditionally used in Italy for over 2000 years and their hand thrown design has remained unchanged. The British Museum house examples of these ancient money pots.
Once the first coin is dropped in the money pot must be fed until full upon which time it must be smashed whilst making a wish. It is customary to replace the pot and spend the money on ‘good things’ they bring good fortune.
Money pots are sometimes used to house a candle or a plant once smashed. The best way to break your money pot is to get a chisel or the back of a hammer and place it inside the money pot slot, slowly lever the top and you should be able to pop the top off, you can now use the money pot to house a plant. Terramundi money pots are hand thrown in Italy and hand painted in London, they stand between 17cm and 19cms in height.
