Dzi beads are believed to have strong powers to bring Luck, Wealth, Good Health, and Success. They also Expel Evil and Act as a Protector.
This particular piece is adorned with the Double Bat Two Eye Motif. The Bat Motif (?) is a symbol of the coming of all things auspicious. The Chinese character ? , or bat, has the same phonetic sound as ? which means Blessing. Its wearer would be granted uncountable blessings. The Two Eye Motif is believed to bring good relations both at home and at the workplace. It enables harmony between husband and wife, and it enables harmony amongst co-workers. It is the favorite motif for office managers.
This particular piece measures 27.7 mm x 10.8 mm. This piece is an old bead, estimated to be between 300 to 500 years old.
The bead material is high quality natural agate.
Bloodspot (Cinnabar Dot) info:
Cinnabar dots are also known as "bloodspots" or "??" in Chinese. They occur when mercury and sulfur are present when the agate was formed. Mercuric sulfide (or cinnabar) is obtained when mercury reacts with sulfur. In its purest form, the color is a deep red. In fact, it is how vermilion pigment is made. However, it is difficult and rare to find it in its purest form in agate. The purest form, used to make vermillion, is usually obtained in labs where conditions can be controlled. In nature, there is usually other material present thus giving it slight variations in its redness.

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