Handsel
Meaning: A handsel is a gift or token of good luck, typically given at the beginning of a new venture or enterprise.
Sentence: The word "handsel" is derived from the Old English word "handsell" which means "to deliver into the hand." It is giving something as a first payment or to mark an occasion, such as a new year or new job. It can be given to express congratulations, good wishes, or as a symbol of good luck for the future.