{"product_id":"new-round-tiger-tooth-motif-dzi-bead-red-tint","title":"Tiger Tooth Motif, 21.0×17.7mm, rose-red agate (N-062926-TT)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e🔍 Unretouched photos. 📐 Dimensions verified. ✅ Described from direct observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eOn a round bead, the tiger tooth has no fixed face — and on this one, the rose-red ground makes the dark zones read differently at every rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis bead is formed from natural agate in an unusual warm rose-red to dusty terracotta tone — not the typical grey, cream, or brown ground seen on most tiger tooth dzi. The colour sits somewhere between soft brick-red and muted rose, with a slight chalky warmth in the lighter zones and a deeper plum-brown quality where the banding concentrates. The high-gloss polish intensifies both the depth of the dark banding and the warmth of the lighter ground, so the contrast shifts noticeably depending on the light angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe tiger tooth motif is formed by deep chocolate-brown to dark plum-brown diagonal bands that wrap across and around the surface. Because this is a spherical form, the composition is never fixed. Viewed from one face, the bands read as clean chevrons. Rotate the bead 90 degrees and the same bands become flowing curves. From the drill axis, the banding wraps the crown in concentric arcs. No two orientations give the same reading — which is the nature of the tiger tooth motif on a round form, and part of what makes this bead hold attention in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe form itself is ovoid rather than perfectly spherical — slightly taller than wide, with an organically asymmetric crown that gives the bead a natural, pebble-like silhouette. The drilling is standard and clean. No cracks or chips are present — this is my own observation from all five photo angles. Minor natural inclusions are present within the stone, intrinsic to the agate and not damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tiger Tooth Motif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe tiger tooth (also called tasso) is one of the foundational dzi motifs, representing the protective strength and courage of the tiger. In Tibetan tradition, the tiger is one of the Four Dignities — a symbol of confidence and a wakeful, grounded power. The tooth form, rendered in bold diagonal banding, is believed to guard the wearer and bring inner fortitude. On a new bead like this one, the motif carries the same symbolic intention as its antique counterparts, expressed through the natural colour and character of the stone itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger Tooth (Tasso)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.0mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.7mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round \/ ovoid\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Estimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e New — crafted within the last 20 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e No cracks or chips. Minor natural inclusions within stone, intrinsic to material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloodspots:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e N-062926-TT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/collections\/new-dzi\"\u003eNew \u0026amp; Vintage Dzi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Tiger Tooth Dzi in the Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFor antique examples of the tiger tooth motif on a round form, see the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/antique-round-wave-tiger-tooth-dzi-bead-at-111325-wtt\"\u003eAntique Round Wave \u0026amp; Tiger Tooth Dzi (At-111325-WTT)\u003c\/a\u003e — a 200–400 year old piece in the same spherical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFor an ancient round tiger tooth bead, see \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/ancient-round-tiger-tooth-dzi-bead-ac-021724-tt\"\u003eAc-021724-TT\u003c\/a\u003e — 500+ years, same motif in cool grey-brown agate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFor new tiger tooth dzi in the classic elongated barrel form, see the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/new-two-eye-motif-dzi-bead-bloodspots-n062126-2e\"\u003eNew Tiger Tooth Motif Dzi Pair with Bloodspots (N-062426-TTBS)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e📖 Learn more: \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/blogs\/news\/what-are-dzi-beads\"\u003eWhat Are Dzi Beads?\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/blogs\/news\/what-makes-a-dzi-bead-authentic\"\u003eWhat Makes a Dzi Bead Authentic?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eEvery bead at Ancient Dzi Shop is described and photographed without retouching, so what you see is exactly what you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e🔍 Unretouched photos. 📐 Dimensions verified. ✅ Described from direct observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhotos:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five unretouched product images, white background, multiple rotations including drill-end views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e#AncientDziShop #DziBead #TigerToothDzi #TassoDzi #RoundDziBead #NewDzi #AgateDziBead #TibetanDziBead #TibetanBead #DziMotif #NaturalAgate #TigerToothMotif #BuddhistBead #TibetanJewelry #N062926TT\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Dzi Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44008286879910,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/7198\/files\/20230312_150006_36ea6feb-0098-4e8e-941f-2cc058e2be95.jpg?v=1788936882","url":"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/en-jp\/products\/new-round-tiger-tooth-motif-dzi-bead-red-tint","provider":"Ancient Dzi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}