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Where do dzi beads come from?

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Where do dzi beads come from?
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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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. A
Category

Antique 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Tibet Vintage Amulet Pendant Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
Asian eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century. These beads would make handsome spiritual
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Tibet Vintage  Amulet Pendant Eye Dzi Beads
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Tibetan Tribal Necklace Conch Shell Heishi Old Dzi Beads
Located in Milford, DE
Antique Tibetan Tribal Necklace Conch Shell Heishi & Old Dzi Beads, Featuring Bronze Ritual Pendant
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
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
Central Asian nine and four eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century. These beads would make
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Vintage Dzi Pendant, Freshwater Blue Green Pearl Bead Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 45 cm / 17 3/4 in Beads vary, average size 1cm Dzi pendant: 4.4 cm / 1.75 in wide
Category

20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

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