Dzi & Tibetan Beads

This one-of-a-kind ancient carnelian bead comes from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads from Nepal and Taiwan. Ancient carnelian beads like this one were often used not only for decoration, but also as protection amulets to shield the wearer from negativity or evil. The...

  From our DharmaShop curated collection comes one of the most extraordinary ancient beads we've encountered. At a recent gem show, a trusted Nepalese artisan couple shared this Sulemani agate with us — a bead so unique and visually striking that we knew it...

  Earlier this year, we visited with a husband and wife Tibetan artisan team that we work with in Nepal at a jewelry show in Arizona. We selected a handful of incredible antique Pumtek, Dzi, and Agate beads from their collection, including this incredibly...

It's easy to see why these ancient beads are so collectable, you can get lost looking at the natural banding and the transition from one color to the next. One of my favorites from this line of beads Antique dzi beads now start at $6000...

It's easy to see why these ancient beads are so collectable, you can get lost looking at the natural banding and the transition from one color to the next. One of my favorites from this line of beads Antique dzi beads now start at...

A one-of-a-kind ancient etched carnelian bead from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads from Nepal and Taiwan.  Features 3 etched stripes on an almost translucent ancient carnelian bead. Ancient etched carnelian beads like this one were often used not only for decoration, but...

This exquisite ancient Tiger Tooth Dzi bead was hand picked by DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen, in Nepal.  It was unearthed from a dig in Bhutan many many years ago. It features a Tiger Tooth design with gorgeous coloring.  As you can see from the photos, it is full...

   An incredibly rare ancient agate Sulemani bead with a light and ethereal hue from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads. This specific bead was taken from an heirloom necklace collected in Kathmandu. Ancient beads like this one, whether made from...

An incredibly rare ancient agate Sulemani bead with a white band down the center from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads.  This specific bead was collected in Kathmandu. Ancient beads like this one, whether made from carnelian, sardonyx, or agate, were often used...

An incredibly rare ancient agate Sulemani bead from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads.  This specific bead was collected in Kathmandu. Ancient beads like this one, whether made from carnelian, sardonyx, or agate, were often used not only for decoration, but also as...

  This beautiful ancient etched Carnelian bead comes from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads from Nepal and Taiwan. Ancient etched Carnelian beads like this one were often used not only for decoration, but also as protection amulets to shield the...

Beautiful and highly contrasted round dzi bead with three stripes.  Made from true agate and features visible cinnabar dots, also known as bloodspots, that reflect it's age and authenticity.  The design, shape, and quality of this bead are extremely rare.  It is a one-of-a-kind dzi...

  From the DharmaShop curated collection, this rare antique Longevity Dzi is smaller in size yet striking in appearanace. Its pale agate body, filled with white and soft neutral tones against the darker agate areas, gives it a rare quality that stands apart from...

  From our DharmaShop curated collection by founder Sander Cohen, this antique Longevity Phum Dzi bead carries centuries of history and meaning. For over 20 years, Sander has collected Dzi beads of all ages and designs during his travels, sourcing pieces from trusted friends...

A rare antique Longevity, or Turtle Back Dzi bead from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads.  This specific bead was collected in Kathmandu. The bead features stunning agate banding and is full of unique surface detail that reflect its age and authenticity. Estimated to be...

A rare antique Dorje Dzi bead from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads.  This specific bead was collected in Kathmandu. The bead features a bold Dorje design and is full of unique surface detail that reflect its age and authenticity. Estimated to be between 600 and...

A rare antique Dorje Dzi bead from DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen's curated collection of specialty beads.  This specific bead was collected in Kathmandu. The bead features stunning agate banding and is full of unique surface detail that reflect its age and authenticity. Estimated to be between 600...

This Dzi bead comes from our collection that has accumulated over the last 20 years from Nepal and Taiwan.  It is a high quality modern bead resembling ancient beads that are now being sold for tens of thousands of dollars and more. This one-of-a-kind true agate 7-Eyed Dzi is absolutely beautiful....

A really special one of a kind dzi, you can see the natural banding on the agte underneith the design on this stunning bead. 39 mm long 12mm wide

This Dzi bead comes from our collection that has accumulated over the last 20 years from Kathmandu, Nepal.  This one-of-a-kind true agate double eyed Dzi is truly beautiful.  Stunning agate banding can be seen under the designs with light caramel ends.  Although it isn't ancient, this is one of...