Victorian Turquoise "Lucky Bean" Charm swiss lapis corundum - and were usually

corundum - and were usually grown from a natural "seed" ruby

the stones said to represent the past

and the design is impeccable: effortlessly elegant with hints of Deco styling and giving a strong impression of motion

Charming Victorian tassel pendant with Etruscan style details

where the bail is attached

Victorian Turquoise "Lucky Bean" Charm swiss lapis corundum - and were usuallyDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 A cute little Victorian Lucky Bean charm, crafted in 15 karat gold and set with a single turquoise cabochon. dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. 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 still germinate after