{"product_id":"antique-nine-eye-tibetan-dzi-bead-54mm-300-500-years-at-071126-9e6","title":"Antique Nine Eye Dzi, 54.8×12.6mm, very dark brown agate, 300–500 years (At-071126-9E6)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e🌿\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEthically sourced. Unretouched photos. What you see is what you receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe cream lines on this bead are not all the same colour — some are white, and some have warmed over three to five centuries into a honey-golden tone that the original craftsman did not put there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThat shift in the motif lines is one of the most reliable things to look at on a genuine antique Tibetan dzi. When a bead has sat in use and storage across multiple generations, the etched cream zones absorb the environment around them — handling oils, incense smoke, the slow work of time — and the result is visible in images 1 through 3: motif lines that read as warm cream to golden at the end zones and brighter cream-white through the central body. No reproduction process produces this gradient naturally. It comes from age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe nine eyes are distributed across the bead's circumference in two rows, connected by stepped S-curve lines that run between them. Images 1, 2, and 3 each show a face of the bead, and on each face the connector path is slightly different — the lines step, turn, and reconnect at a slightly different angle depending on where the curve of the bead took them. Each eye consists of a dark brown circular pupil enclosed by a cream-white ring. The pupils retain their warmth — brown rather than black — which is consistent with the ground colour and age character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe ground is very dark brown, confirmed from flat-lit white-background photographs across three faces. The end caps, visible in images 4 and 5, are warm cream-beige — the classic Tibetan dzi end-zone character, where the agate's original light-toned cortex was retained at the drill points. Both drill holes are small, clean, and centred in their end caps. The surface of the ground carries the fine matte micro-texture of aged agate — not the high gloss of a new piece, and not the crystallisation of an ancient one, but the settled, slightly softened surface of a bead that has moved through several centuries of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt 54.8×12.6mm, the proportions place this bead in the standard range for antique Tibetan nine eye dzi of this period. The length is sufficient to carry the full nine eye layout across all faces without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nine Eye Motif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe nine eye dzi (九眼天珠) is among the most sought after of all dzi bead types in the Tibetan and Himalayan tradition. Nine is the highest single-digit number, associated in Tibetan Buddhism with completeness, the accumulation of merit across lifetimes, and protection across all directions. A nine eye dzi is traditionally held to attract good fortune, ward off negative influence, and support the wearer across the full spectrum of Buddhist merit-making. Among collectors, a genuine antique nine eye in intact condition with readable motif lines is considered a significant acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec Block\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNine Eye — stepped S-curve connectors; eyes in two rows, cream-white rings, dark brown pupils; warm honey-gold patina on motif lines at end zones\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e54.8mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12.6mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBarrel, standard fusiform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAgate — very dark brown ground, warm cream-beige end caps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Estimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e300–500 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood. Aged surface texture consistent with period — fine matte quality on ground, no cracks or chips. Independently confirmed from photographs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloodspots:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt-071126-9E6\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\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\/authentic-antique-dzi\"\u003eAntique Dzi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e·\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\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\/all-products\"\u003eAll Products\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 antique nine eye dzi in this collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\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-tibetan-nine-eye-dzi-bead-54mm-warm-brown-agate-200-400yr-at-011625-9e\"\u003eAt-011625-9E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 54.0×12.3mm, 200–400 yrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\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-tibetan-nine-eye-dzi-bead-54mm-aged-surface-200-400yr-at-051525-9e2\"\u003eAt-051525-9E2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 54.9×12.3mm, 200–400 yrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\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-tibetan-nine-eye-dzi-bead-53mm-warm-brown-agate-200-400yr-at-083025-9e3\"\u003eAt-083025-9E3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 53.7×12.1mm, 200–400 yrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\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-nine-eye-dzi-bead-amber-dark-agate-at-012325-9e4\"\u003eAt-012325-9E4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 59.0×13.2mm, longer form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/at-062926-9ebs-antique-nine-eye-dzi-bloodspots-77mm\"\u003eAt-062926-9EBS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 77.0mm, longest in collection, with bloodspots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFurther reading:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\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\/real-vs-fake-dzi-beads-the-definitive-collectors-guide-to-authentic-tibetan-dzi\"\u003eReal vs Fake Dzi Beads — The Definitive Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e·\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\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\/tibetan-dzi-beads-luck-fortune-meaning\"\u003eTibetan Dzi Beads: Luck, Fortune, Meaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eEvery bead at Ancient Dzi Shop is photographed without filters or retouching. What you see is what you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e🌿\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEthically sourced. Unretouched photos. What you see is what you receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto line:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll 5 photographs are unretouched. Images 1–3 show three faces of the bead. Images 4 and 5 show the two drill-hole end caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#AncientDziShop #NineEyeDzi #AntiqueDzi #TibetanDzi #DziBead #九眼天珠 #TibetanBuddhism #AntiqueTibetan #DziCollection #NineEye #AuthenticDzi #HimalayanBeads #TibetanArtifact #BuddhistBeads #DziCollector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Dzi Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56769589444774,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/7198\/files\/antiquetibetannineeyedziof300to500years_1_f7a58cfd-83bc-4ef3-8308-ff0aac255298.jpg?v=1783758627","url":"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/antique-nine-eye-tibetan-dzi-bead-54mm-300-500-years-at-071126-9e6","provider":"Ancient Dzi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}