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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.
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Vintage Tibetan Buddhism Agate Turtle Back Totem Dzi Beaded Drawstring Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
The beads exhibit characteristics similar to certain types of Dzi beads, a category of bead highly prized in Tibetan culture, often made from agate.
Category
Late 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Agate
Antique Tibetan Tribal Necklace Conch Shell Heishi & Old Dzi Beads
Located in Milford, DE
Pendant drop: approx. 2 in.
Discs: 6–10 mm
Dzi beads: 10–13 mm
Weight: approx. 120 g
Excellent condition consistent with age.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Mixed Metal, Brass
Aquarius Totem Tibetan Dzi Bead Bracelet with Blue Kyanite Tiger’s Eye Sterling
Located in Milford, DE
This collectors’ bracelet centers around a rare Dzi Lưu li (Liaoqi) bead, crafted in the tradition associated with post-1868 Qing Dynasty China.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Retro Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Nine And Four Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
The largest Dzi bead measure 2.25 inches in length and the smaller Dzi bead is 1.5 inches in length.
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Agate
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Tibet Antique Amulet Pendant, Hand-Crafted Agate Dzi Beads, Qing Style
Located in South Burlington, VT
The Dzi beads measure 2 inches in length
Photographed in natural day light.
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Agate
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off