A genuine Irish coin from the year the recipient was born

Give a piece of Irish history to celebrate a 60th birthday. These cufflinks are handmade in Dublin from genuine Irish threepence coins dated 1966.

The original coin date carries the personal connection. The Irish hare appears on one side; the harp, Éire and 1966 appear on the other. Each pair comes in a silver-coloured presentation box, ready to give.

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The story behind the 1966 Irish threepence

The threepence was worth three old pence in Ireland’s pre-decimal currency. Percy Metcalfe designed its Irish hare. The reverse shows the harp, Éire and the year 1966. Ireland withdrew the threepence when it changed to decimal currency.

These birth-year cufflinks suit someone who appreciates Irish heritage or a distinctive gift to wear at weddings, work or formal occasions. Genuine circulated coins can show small variations in colour, finish and signs of use.

Frequently asked questions

Are these genuine 1966 Irish coins?

Yes. Each cufflink is made from a genuine Irish threepence coin dated 1966.

Why are they suitable for a 60th birthday?

Someone born in 1966 turns 60 in 2026, so the original coin year marks the occasion.

What animal appears on the coin?

The coin features an Irish hare designed by Percy Metcalfe.

Are the cufflinks handmade in Ireland?

Yes. Each pair is handmade in Dalkey, County Dublin.

Is a presentation box included?

Yes. A silver-coloured presentation box is included.

Can I return the cufflinks?

Our 30-day returns policy applies.

Events and memories from 1966

• Ireland marked the 50th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising.
• Nelson’s Pillar in Dublin was destroyed in March.
• Dublin won the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship.
• Cork won the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship.
• England won the FIFA World Cup.
• Star Trek was first broadcast on American television.
• The Beatles released Revolver.