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French Bonheur Good Luck 18k Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Medal Pendant
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French Bonheur Good Luck 18k Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Medal Pendant

1900 - 1920
Description

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold lucky charm pendant designed as a medal depicting a sunrise over a pastoral scene with lilies of the valley under an oak tree bearing a pair of acorns, with the phrase 'Je Porte Bonheur' (meaning 'I bring good luck').

Acorns symbolise potential, fresh starts, growth and good fortune, while the oak tree symbolises strength and wisdom. Lilies of the valley represent purity, love and luck. The sunrise represents a fresh start and a new day.

Stamped with the owl mark for French import and 18 karat gold and signed M. Jampolsky along with an unknown maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.3 x 1.9 x 0.07 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 2.43 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
1.9cm (0.75")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this French Gold Luck Medal to the 1910s.

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SA1041531
Dealers Internal Reference
1574d
Description
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold lucky charm pendant designed as a medal depicting a sunrise over a pastoral scene with lilies of the valley under an oak tree bearing a pair of acorns, with the phrase 'Je Porte Bonheur' (meaning 'I bring good luck').
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Acorns symbolise potential, fresh starts, growth and good fortune, while the oak tree symbolises strength and wisdom.
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Lilies of the valley represent purity, love and luck. The sunrise represents a fresh start and a new day.

fig 1. A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur.
fig 1. French Bonheur Good Luck 18k Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Medal Pendant

Stamped with the owl mark for French import and 18 karat gold and signed M. Jampolsky along with an unknown maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.3 x 1.9 x 0.07 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 2.43 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
1.9cm (0.75")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this French Gold Luck Medal to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1041531
Dealers Internal Ref
1574d
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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Archive I A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur.

French Bonheur Good Luck 18k Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Medal Pendant

Archive II A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View II
Archive III A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View III
Archive IV A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View IV
Archive V A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View V
Archive VI A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View VI
Archive VII A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View VII
Archive VIII A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View VIII
Archive IX A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View IX
Archive X A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View X
Archive XI A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View XI
Archive XII A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View XII
Archive XIII A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View XIII
Archive XIV A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View XIV
Archive XV A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur. View XV
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A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur.
French Bonheur Good Luck 18K Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Medal Pendant
Ref: SA1041531
A circular 18ct yellow gold antique charm medallion embossed with botanical relief and the French phrase Le Porte Bonheur.
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  • ObjectPendants & Charms
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • Material18ct Gold, Yellow Gold
  • ColourYellow Gold
  • MotifsBotanical relief, engraved text, circular silhouette, bail loop
  • SizeH 2.3 cm (1 in) x W 1.9 cm (1 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

This French Art Nouveau lucky charm pendant originates from 1910 and takes a circular silhouette formed in 18ct yellow gold. The medallion features an embossed botanical relief showing lilies of the valley beneath an oak tree with acorns, alongside engraved text that reads Le Porte Bonheur and the signature of M. Jampolsky. Surface wear reveals a textured finish with varied golden tones across the face, while a bail loop sits at the top for suspension. Measuring 2.3 cm high, 1.9 cm wide and 0.1 cm deep, the charm works well as a personal talisman or accessory worn on a necklace chain within modern jewellery collections.

FAQs

A French Porte Bonheur medal is a traditional symbolic charm translated as bringing happiness or good luck. Popularised in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these medals feature relief motifs of symbolic flora, fauna, or French inscriptions signifying good fortune.

Antique French medals are primarily struck in 18ct gold or sterling silver using die-stamping techniques to create raised relief details. Authentic pieces often carry French assay hallmarks, such as the eagle head stamp for 18ct gold, alongside maker signatures.

Authenticity is indicated by official French assay marks located on the bail or rim, such as the eagle head mark for 18ct gold. Look for crisp detail in the relief carving, evidence of period wear, and engraved sculptor or medallist signatures.

These historical pendants can be worn layered on modern fine gold chains of varying lengths to create a textured neck stack. Alternatively, the medal can be attached to a charm bracelet or worn independently as a singular pendant.

Clean gold medals using warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth or soft-bristled brush to clear dust from detailed relief work. Store the piece separately in a fabric-lined box to protect the metal from surface scratching.
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