This bead is adorned with the Heaven & Earth Gate motif. The Heaven & Earth Gate Motif is believed to bestow its wearer the ability to attain success by having clearer thinking and greater wisdom. This is an old bead, estimated to be between 300 to 500 years old.
The bead measures 32.6 mm x 13.8 mm.
The bead material is high quality natural agate.
This bead is in excellent condition. It is extremely well preserved. There are no cracks on this bead. As with all antique dzi beads, weathering marks and minor digs are all part of the beauty.
