16 Very rare ancient unique Buddhist Sacred Tibetan natural agate prayer DZI beads "The beads are mounted in a thread, divided one by one by a knot to avoid breakage." These prayer beads can be used as a pendant, as a bead for a necklaces, bracelets or as a protective talisman. Pieces: 16 Protective talisman Origin: Tibet 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: 15x13x13mm and 26x13x13mm (Apx.) Total weight: 85.7 Grams (Apx.) Mineral: Natural Agate Note: -The Dzi bead (T. གཟི།; pronounced "zee"; alternative 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 pearl is believed to provide a positive spiritual benefit. These beads are generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into powder for use in traditional Tibetan medicine. It is common for older DZI pearls to be broken into multiple pieces and distributed among family and loved ones, wishing them protection and health. The most valuable DZI pearls are those from ancient times, made of natural agate. The original source of these reports is a mystery. Although old accounts are much preferred, sometimes reaching prohibitive prices in auction houses or in sales between collectors. Careful shipping by certified mail with tracking number and insurance. -If you buy at the same auction, you will pay a single shipping cost according to the automatic Catawiki configuration. -If you buy at several auctions, contact me through Catawiki messages before paying and send me the references of the lots to eliminate additional costs and receive everything in a single shipment.