Product Description: Discover the rare beauty of the Ancient Sulemani Agate Beads Strand, a cherished treasure in Tibet known as Baishajaguru (Medicine Beads). These beads, akin to Dzi Beads, hold significant value for their uniqueness and historical importance. This strand includes popular eye beads, highlighting the naturally occurring patterns of agate, such as swirls and spots, ensuring each piece is one-of-a-kind.
Specifications:
Estimated Era of Production: Unknown
Country of Origin: Unknown
Material: Agate
Bead Size: Maximum 1cm x 1cm; Minimum 0.2cm x 0.2cm
Strand Length: 92cm (including cord)
Special Notes: Can be worn as a necklace, but please note the old nylon cord may not provide guaranteed strength.
Important Notices:
This is an antique item and may have scratches, cracks, chips, or stains. Images are for illustrative purposes only, and the actual product may vary in pattern and color. Please allow for slight discrepancies in size.
About Dzi Beads (Chong Dzi Beads):
Dzi Beads are ancient beads originating from Tibet. Similar to Etched Carnelian, these beads are designed by baking natural dyes into agate to create patterns. It is believed they were made around the 1st to 6th century AD. However, the components of the dyes used remain partly unexplained, adding to their mystery. Though primarily found in Tibet, they have also been discovered in Bhutan, Ladakh, and other Himalayan regions. Each pattern is said to have different meanings, with the "eye" pattern being particularly popular. In Tibet, they are considered amulets of wealth and prosperity, passed down through generations. Recently, they have gained popularity in China under the name "Tian Zhu," with many replicas also produced using similar techniques, but the ancient Dzi Beads remain exceedingly rare.
