A SINGLE-STRIPE AGATE CHUNG DZI BEAD

拍品描述

A SINGLE-STRIPE AGATE CHUNG DZI BEAD Tibet, 19th century or earlier. Of tubular form with tapering ends, featuring a single stripe etched to the surface. The opaque agate with black and white etching. Central drilling allowing for suspension as a pendant. Dimensions: Length 3.8 cm Chung Dzi beads are characterized by striped or banded patterns that often form naturally within the agate. They are traditionally believed to provide stability, grounding energy, spiritual benefit, and protection to the wearer, making them a popular choice among Tibetan monks and practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism. They are most often worn as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder for use in traditional Tibetan medicine.

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