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Where do dzi beads come from?
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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.
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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
$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
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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


