The term 'bean covering' can refer to a variety of items, including hats, Stetsons, derbies, and headdresses. A HAT is a head covering typically made of fabric or straw, and is usually three letters long. A STETSON is a type of HAT with a wide brim and high crown, usually seven letters long. A DERBY is a type of HAT with a rounded crown and a narrow brim, usually five letters long. A HEADDRESS is a type of HAT that is often worn for ceremonial purposes, usually nine letters long.