30 Very rare antique unique Buddhist Sacred Tibetan prayer DZI beads These prayer beads can be used as a pendant, as a bead for a rosary necklaces, bracelets or as a protective talisman. Pieces: 30 Beads Protective talisman Origin: Tibet, Buddhism It possesses strong spiritual properties Era: They are believed to date from the 19th century or earlier (Please look at the photos and rate) Condition: in good condition, signs of wear Dimensions: 11x11x7mm and 16x16x11mm (Apx.) Total weight: 79.8 Grams (Apx.) Mineral: Natural Agate Note: -Dzi bead (Tib. གཟི།; pronounced "zee"; alternate spelling: gzi) is a type of stone bead of uncertain origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Central Asian cultures, including that of Tibet, the bead is considered to provide a positive spiritual benefit. These beads are generally prized as protective charms and are sometimes ground into a powder for use in traditional Tibetan medicine. The most prized dzi beads are those from ancient times, made of natural agate. The original source of these accounts is a mystery. Although old accounts are much preferred, sometimes reaching prohibitive prices in auction houses or in sales among collectors. Free worldwide certified shipping