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Dzi bead (pronounced Zee) is a bead stone of mysterious
origin worn with a necklace and sometimes bracelet.
Collectively in almost all Asian cultures, the bead is
expected to provide positive spiritual benefit.

They are generally prized as protective amulets and
sometimes used in traditional Tibetan medicine.
The meaning of the word "dZi" translates to "shine, brightness,clearness, splendor". In Traditional Chinese, the bead iscalled "heaven's bead" or "heaven's pearl"

BEADS ARE ENLARGED TO SHOW DETAIL. SIZE OF BEAD IS approx 13 X 40 mm.

The mighty dragon is a mythical beast long celebrated for its benevolence, intelligence and good will. The Chinese dragon has been a common symbol of identity for Far Eastern cultures.

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