{"product_id":"antique-nine-eye-tibetan-dzi-bead-57mm-asymmetric-form-300-500-years-at-071126-9e8","title":"Antique Nine Eye Dzi, 57.6×12.7mm, dark brown agate, asymmetric tapered form (At-071126-9E8)","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\"\u003eOne end of this bead comes to a point — not a rounded cap, but a genuine taper that narrows to a narrow tip with the drill hole centred right at its end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe other end is rounded. Image 4 shows the pointed end in the foreground; image 5 shows the rounded end. The asymmetry between them is not subtle. Where a standard fusiform dzi barrel tapers symmetrically from a wide centre to similarly rounded ends on both sides, this bead tapers aggressively on one axis and conventionally on the other. The result is a form that sits differently in the hand and reads differently on the strand — a lance shape rather than a barrel, elongated and directional in a way that most nine eye dzi are not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe motif is the same stepped S-curve nine eye layout seen in the other pieces of this group, with eyes distributed in two rows connected by stepped lines that change path on each face. Images 1, 2, and 3 show three faces in sequence. The motif lines carry a warm cream to honey-gold tone — there is some warmth in the etched zones, particularly near the pointed end, where the lines have absorbed slightly more colour over the centuries than through the central body. The ground is warm dark brown, confirmed from flat-lit white-background photographs across all three face images. The surface is smooth and evenly matte — a settled, aged quality distinct from the more pronounced micro-pitting visible on At-071126-9E6 and At-071126-9E7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe pointed end in image 4 deserves particular attention: the taper arrives at its narrowest point intact. No chipping, no crack at the tip. Given that a sharp tip is the most vulnerable point on any bead of this age, its condition there is worth noting. The drill hole sits centred and clean at that tip. A minor surface mark is visible on the dark ground in image 2 — disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt 57.6mm, this is the longest of the three nine eye dzi in this session's group, and the only one with an asymmetric form. The length and the taper together give it a presence on a strand that neither of the more conventionally shaped pieces produces.\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) holds the highest count among the standard eye dzi categories. In the Tibetan Buddhist tradition it is associated with complete protection, the accumulation of merit across all directions, and the attraction of good fortune at every level of life. Among collectors, a genuine antique nine eye dzi in intact condition — particularly one with an unusual form — is among the most sought-after pieces the category produces.\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; two-row layout; warm cream to honey-gold motif lines; warm dark brown pupils\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e57.6mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12.7mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsymmetric fusiform — sharply tapered to a point at one drill-hole end; rounded conventional cap at opposite end\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAgate — warm dark brown ground, warm honey-golden 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. Minor surface mark on dark ground visible in image 2 — disclosed. Pointed tip intact — no chipping at the vulnerable taper end. Smooth aged matte surface throughout. No cracks.\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-071126-9E8\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 — 300–500 year group:\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-nine-eye-tibetan-dzi-bead-54mm-300-500-years-at-071126-9e6\"\u003eAt-071126-9E6\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 54.8×12.6mm, symmetric form, warm-toned motif lines\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-tibetan-dzi-bead-55mm-300-500-years-at-071126-9e7\"\u003eAt-071126-9E7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— 55.0×12.7mm, symmetric form, cool cream-white motif lines\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\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, 200–400 yrs\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. Image 4 shows the sharp pointed drill-hole end. Image 5 shows the rounded drill-hole end.\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":56770009694374,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/7198\/files\/antiquetibetannineeyedzi_1_123489a3-5987-4b35-91d2-fce17612f7e1.jpg?v=1783775365","url":"https:\/\/www.ancientdzishop.com\/products\/antique-nine-eye-tibetan-dzi-bead-57mm-asymmetric-form-300-500-years-at-071126-9e8","provider":"Ancient Dzi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}