Figa Charm, Pendant Necklace Charm with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey. Diamond - 0.02cts. These pendants look great alone or paired with other coin pendants or with miniature pendants. Measures 8mm x 24mm, chain options available. The figa has its roots in ancient Etruscan Italy. In the ensuing millennia, it has been used to symbolize fertility, to invoke various goddesses, to protect against evil. During colonization in the 17th century, it washed up on the shores of South America and became a symbol of good luck in Brazil and Peru.