Ancient Five Tiger Stripe Motif Carnelian Dzi Bead with Calcification
This bead is adorned with Five Rows of Tiger Stripe. The Tiger Stripe Motif is sometimes interpreted as Tiger Tooth, which is believed to bring strength and courage.
This bead measures 28.6 mm x 12.9 mm. It is an old bead, estimated to be between 500 to 800 years old. The extreme age of this bead is evidenced with calcification.
The bead material is high quality natural carnelian. The natural stone patina shows on some parts of this carnelian bead.
