{"product_id":"ancient-diamond-eye-dzi-bead","title":"Ancient Diamond Eyes Dzi Bead","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1124\/8494\/files\/delightinthejourney_600x600.png?v=1685643248\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis exquisite and rather large ancient Dzi bead was hand picked by DharmaShop founder, Sander Cohen, in Nepal. It is believed to have been unearthed from a dig in Bhutan many many years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt features an extremely rare double Diamond Eyes design - the first we've ever had in our collection! As you can see from the photos, it is full of incredible detail and history. The bead is full of authentic texture that really shows off the age of the bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe age of this Dzi is estimated to be approximately 2,000 years old. Locating Dzi of this age and authenticity is incredibly rare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the last 20 years, DharmaShop founder Sander Cohen has been collecting Dzi beads of all ages and designs from both Nepal and Taiwan. This particular ancient Diamond Eyes Dzi comes from Sander's personal collection. He acquired it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom Tibetan artifacts collector we have worked and traded with for two decades who has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeen traveling Asia and the Himalayas for over 30 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dzi is a one-of-a-kind, exceptional antiquity. The Double Diamond Eyes design is quite clear.The bead features some chips and dents along with irregular shaped bead holes. These \"imperfections\" are what make this bead so incredibly special. The exquisite texture on this bead shows its rich history and age. These markings, surface texture, and translucent agate banding are what modern Dzi beads strive to emulate, and here it is in its original ancient form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDzi beads are believed to offer protection for the wearer. The Double Diamond Eyes design is often compared to the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDorje Dzi design, also known as the \"Dharma Dzi.\"  It is believed to help increase concentration and expel negativity. The dorje is a sacred Buddhist tool often used by practitioners to help achieve enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead measures just under 1\" long and is about 0.5\" wide. Adjustable gold-filled chain measures approximately 22\" and can be tightened as desired. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bead is pictured on an adjustable gold-filled chain but can also be strung on vegan leather cord, or on a mala necklace or bracelet using materials seen on our website. Feel free to contact us about our options!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to the exclusive nature of this item, shipping rates are calculated at checkout with insurance included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e details summary h5 {  display: inline;  margin: 0; \/* remove any default margins *\/ } details summary {  cursor: pointer;  position: relative;  padding-left: 25px; \/* space for the arrow *\/ } details summary::before {  content: '▼';  position: absolute;  left: 5px;  transition: transform 0.3s, color 0.3s;  color: #000000; } details summary:hover::before {  color: #CB835D; } detailsopen summary::before {  transform: rotate(-180deg); }\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThis one-of-a-kind item is eligible for return within 7 days of delivery only. Due to the rarity and irreplaceable nature of this piece, returns after that period cannot be accepted.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is truly special, and we're here to help you feel confident before making your purchase. If you have any questions at all, our team is happy to provide additional details, photos, or insights to ensure it's the perfect fit for your collection. We encourage you to reach out with any questions prior to purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"DharmaShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51913733013799,"sku":"DZ178","price":7100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/4468\/5095\/files\/dzi-beads-ancient-diamond-eye-dzi-bead-30211611033646.jpg?v=1787504257","url":"https:\/\/dharmashopx.shop\/products\/ancient-diamond-eye-dzi-bead","provider":"dharmashopx.shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}