Tibet Antique “Dzi Eye” Beads 18K Gold Amulet Earrings , Unique
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A unique, valuable and protective pair of antique earrings from Tibet
A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian pair of agate Dzi Bead earrings dating to the Qing dynasty. These beads have been expertly fashioned using 18K gold into contemporary custom settings. The beads measure 1.25 inches in length. All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & hand crafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18K gold.
We will provide you with a custom black gift box and certificate of authenticity. ( please view photo)
Photographed in natural day light.
These classic barrel shaped beads were biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate beads date to the Qing dynasty or earlier as evidenced by the significant surface patina from appropriate centuries old age (photos). Our Dzi beads have a pattern of “heavenly eyes”. These beads are gracefully tapered. An unobstructed hole runs through the centre of these lovely examples.
Hand carved:
Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using primitive tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust. Notice the considerable and original surface patina on this example- evidence of considerable wear and good age.
Dzi beads were considered magical in ancient and present times. They were sacred implements and emblems of Tibetan and other Asian cultures and are believed to hold magical properties bringing prosperity and protection to the owner. They are also thought to hold medicinal propertie as some examples may show surface abrasions – also good signs of authenticity- where small amounts of the stone was extracted and later ground into powder for local medicines.
Precious Dzi beads were traded across the Asian continent.
Dimensions: Our beads are 1.25 inches in length and .62 inches diameter.
Quality: fine condition
Provenance:
Private Far eastern collection
STORY OF DZI BEADS
Dzi beads are a type of stone bead of eastern origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Asian cultures including Tibet, the bead is considered to provide positive spiritual protection and other health benefits. These beads are also generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder to be used in traditional Tibetan medicine. Beads subject to this process have small “dig marks” where a portion of the bead has been scraped or ground away to be included in the medicine. Some dzi exhibit grinding and polishing of one or both ends, again the result of reduction for use in traditional Tibetan medicine or, in some cases, due to the bead’s possible use as a burnishing tool in the application of gold leaf to thanka paintings or gilt bronze statuary.
The most highly prized dzi beads are those of ancient age, made of natural agate a kind of chalcedony, a type of quartz like stone. These will show wear and use marks. While traditional, ancient-style beads are greatly preferred and most sought after, new modern-made dzi are gaining popularity as a more affordable alternative.
Quite powerful for a small bead, genuine old, antique Dzi beads also called Tibetan beads, are hard to find which makes them highly valued as precious spiritual talismans and coveted as unique jewelry. The origin of Dzi beads is covered in mist, myth, and mystery- some think they were made by ancient people from agate who carved specific markings on the stone.
All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & hand crafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18K gold.
We will provide you with a custom black gift box and certificate of authenticity. ( photo)
All of our Asian works of art are accompanied by our Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity.
We have been dealing in authentic Japanese, Chinese, European, and Asian Fine art, antiquities, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. Our president personally travels to Japan, Europe and China each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. After accumulating a group, they are imported to Vermont in large containers. This method keeps shipping costs low and enables us to offer them to you at reasonable prices. We ship internationally.
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