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Where do dzi beads come from?
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Made from dzi agate or carnelian, dzi beads can be found in Central Asia, specifically Nepal, Tibet and India. The beads were worn by Tibetan chiefs, who were often cremated with them after death. You’ll find a variety of dzi bead products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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7 Eye Ancient Dzi Bead Collar Necklace W Carnelian Beads, Silver Clasp, 18.5"
Located in Milford, DE
Ancient Himalayan 7 Eye Dzi Bead Collar Necklace With Carnelian Beads and Sterling Silver Clasp. A
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Antique Imperial Dzi Beads Bracelets Pair From China
Located in 景德镇市, CN
The imperial dzi beads bracelets were used by the temple monks of the royal court to ask for
Category
Antique 19th Century Antiquities
Materials
Jade
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Vintage Dzi Pendant, Freshwater Blue Green Pearl Bead Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 45 cm / 17 3/4 in
Beads vary, average size 1cm
Dzi pendant: 4.4 cm / 1.75 in wide
Category
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Dzi Pendant Centerpiece, Obsidian Beads Knotted Necklace Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 48 cm / 18.5 in
Beads approx 1cm each, polished obsidian glass
Dzi pendant: 6.5 cm
Category
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Estate A. Jeschel Asian Jade, Pearl, Tiger's Eye Statement Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in New York, NY
Dzi beads and ending in a silver mounted tiger's eye clasp of a seated Bodhisattva. Lovely natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Tiger's Eye
Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi Long Double Long Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi murrina style Long Double Long Necklace make with all antique pieces
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Gold Plate
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