A gold pendant of an ounce and a half, worn at the throat on a cord or chain and usually cut or stamped with a device — a sign, a beast, a knot of protection. At this weight it is a fortune hung where everyone can see it, so it is worn by those who can answer for it and hidden beneath the shirt by those who cannot. Gold is believed to hold a charm better than baser metals, which is why an amulet meant to work is made of it when the owner can afford one.
Amulet, gold
Heavy gold pendant worn at the throat; a charm and a fortune together.