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How can I tell if dzi beads are real?

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How can I tell if dzi beads are real?
To tell if dzi beads are real, inspect the surface of the bead. The pattern on real dzi beads is not surface level and should not look like it was painted on, nor can it be scratched off. Shop a selection of expertly vetted dzi beads on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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

Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Nine And Four Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
Central Asian nine and four eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century. These beads would make
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Two And Nine Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
Central Asian two and nine eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century. These beads would make
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Tibet Old Pair Amulet Pendants Single Ying Yang And Twenty One Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
Central Asian single eye "ying Yang" and twenty one eye agate Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Agate

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

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