25 Very rare antique unique DZI Buddhist Sacred Tibetan prayer beads These prayer beads can be used as a pendant, as a bead for a necklaces, bracelets or as a protective talisman. (Please note that these beads are antique. They have been part of my private collection for over 30 years. I am now offering them in auction to give collectors and enthusiasts from all over the world the opportunity to try to buy them in auction with no reserve price.) "Please note that this is not a bracelet, the gold thread was inserted only to facilitate the photos." Pieces: 25 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: 12x12x10mm and 14x14x11mm (Apx.) Total weight: 70.7 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. Careful shipping by certified mail with tracking number and insurance. In the case of multiple purchases, the lots will be grouped together in the same shipment. The overpayment in shipping costs will be refunded.