Are you ready for a golden adventure? In this fun and easy lucky coin drawing tutorial, we’ll show you how to draw your very own St. Patrick’s Day gold coin—complete with a lucky four-leaf clover in the center!
Gold coins are a huge part of St. Patrick’s Day fun. Leprechauns are said to stash their treasure at the end of rainbows—and now you can create your own magical coin! If you want to draw the mischievous guardian of the gold too, check out our leprechaun drawing tutorial. All you need is a pencil, paper, and your imagination for this Irish holiday art project.
Let’s jump right in! Follow these easy steps and watch your coin come to life!
Materials:
- a piece of paper
- a pencil for the guiding lines and sketching
- an eraser
- a black sharpie or a pen for the outlines
- markers or colored pencils for coloring
- our printable drawing guide (Join my Email List below to get this Tutorial)
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Time needed:
15 minutes.
How to Draw a St. Patrick’s Day Gold Coin — Let’s get started!
Step 1 – Draw a Big Circle.
Start by drawing a big circle in the center of your paper. This will be the outer edge of your coin.
Tip: Struggling with circles? Try tracing something round like a cup, a lid, or a roll of tape. Even artists use tools sometimes!
Step 2 – Draw a Smaller Circle Inside.
Inside your big circle, draw a second, slightly smaller circle. Keep it centered, with a small space between the two.
This space forms the rim of your coin, just like on real coins!
Fun Fact: Real coins have ridges around the edge to help people identify them by touch—especially useful for those with vision loss.
Step 3 – Draw the First Clover Leaf.
Now, time for the lucky part—the clover!
In the center of your coin, draw a small heart shape. This will be the first clover leaf. Point the heart downward toward the center of the coin.
Did you know? A four-leaf clover is super rare—only about 1 in 10,000 clovers has four leaves!
Step 4 – Add the Second Leaf.
Add a second heart shape next to the first one, curving it slightly outward. Tilt it a bit to “hug” the first leaf.
You’re halfway there!
Step 5 – Add the Third Leaf.
Now draw a third heart shape on the opposite side of the clover. It should match the other two in size and tilt slightly outward.
Your clover is almost complete!
Step 6 – Finish the Clover with the Fourth Leaf.
Draw one last heart shape to finish your four-leaf clover.
Make sure all four leaves point in different directions and meet at the center.
Fun Fact: Each clover leaf is said to represent hope, faith, love, and luck!
Step 7 – Add Lines Around the Coin’s Edge.
To make your coin look more realistic, draw short, straight lines in the space between your two circles. These lines should be evenly spaced around the rim.
They’ll make your coin look sturdy and shiny—like real gold!
Tip: Divide the space into halves, then quarters, then eighths—it’ll help keep your spacing even.
Step 8 – Connect the Lines to Make the Rim.
Now connect the ends of those small lines to create blocky sections along the coin’s rim. This gives it texture and a 3D feel—just like a real gold coin!
Creative Idea: Add sparkles, tiny stars, or even leprechaun footprints between the rim lines for some extra magic!
Step 9 – Color Your Drawing!
You’ve finished your sketch—now it’s time to bring your coin to life with color!
Coloring Guide:
- Outer Rim: Gold or dark yellow
- Center Area: Light yellow or golden orange
- Clover: Emerald green or sparkly green crayon
- Shine: Use white for highlights to make the coin look 3D and shiny
Bonus Tip: Use glitter gel pens or metallic markers for a shimmering treasure effect!
Pin it now, Draw later!
Fun Facts About Gold Coins and Clovers
Let’s take a quick break to learn some cool and quirky facts:
- Gold coins have been used for thousands of years—some people believed they had magical powers!
- Leprechauns guard their gold and play tricks on anyone who tries to steal it.
- A four-leaf clover is one of the luckiest finds in nature—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
- The first real gold coins were made over 2,600 years ago in what is now Turkey!
- Legend says if you’re clever enough, a leprechaun might just reward you with gold—so why not draw your very own leprechaun to keep watch over your coin?
Tips and Tricks for Better Drawing
Want to make your coin sparkle even more? Try these helpful tips:
- Use Tools: Round objects or compasses help with perfect circles. Rulers can help with the rim lines.
- Draw Light, Then Dark: Sketch lightly with pencil, then trace with a marker or darker pen.
- Add Shine: Use a white colored pencil or gel pen for sparkle and highlights.
- Customize Your Coin: Add your name, initials, or a rainbow trail to make it your own!
- Try Variations: Make a silver coin, bronze coin, or even a magical glowing version.
Great job, artist! You’ve just created a St. Patrick’s Day gold coin that’s full of charm and creativity. From the perfect circles to the lucky clover in the center, your coin is a work of art!
Drawing helps build focus, confidence, and imagination—and you’ve just struck artistic gold!
Now it’s your turn to share your treasure:
📸 Take a photo and post it on social media using #EmilyDrawing so others can see your golden skills!
✨ Want to keep going? Check out more fun tutorials—like how to draw a pot of gold, a leprechaun, a rainbow, or even a unicorn with shamrock shoes!
Remember: Every great drawing starts with one simple line—and today, yours led to a pot of gold! 🌈🍀💰
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