Victorian 18k Gold Lucky Bean Charm chains some wear to the gold

some wear to the gold commensurate with age

and made his way into Roman culture - along with many others - through Greek mythology Believed to have been born from the union of Zeus and Persephone

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it was made in England circa 1820 - I've never seen another quite like it

the former mounted in 18k gold and the latter in platinum

Victorian 18k Gold Lucky Bean Charm chains some wear to the goldDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 Gorgeous Victorian Lucky Bean charm pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1890. It's crafted in 18 karat gold, and has taken on a most attractive antique patina. Lucky beans were popular throughout the Victorian and Edwardian eras, allegedly inspired by the "sea beans" that would occasionally wash up on European beaches after travelling on Ocean currents from far more exotic lands. The fact they could