The dZi Bead

At Om Tibetan Jewelry, we have a variety of items made using the dZi bead. This bead is of ancient origin, was traditionally made from agate stones, and this stone was once used to grind medicines. dZi beads came to Tibet by way of Persia and they first appeared in Tibet between 2000 and 1000 B.C. dZi beads provide the wearer with spiritual protection. Modern dZi beads are also made from agate. And decorative designs are placed onto each dZi bead in a variety of designs. The number of 'eyes' (dots) on each dZi bead is significant. The eyes of the dZi bead are said to protect the wearer from 'the evil eye'. Old dZi beads are very difficult to acquire now, and so new dZi beads have become very popular, as well as the craft of making dZi beads into other types of jewelry, such as pendants and rings. It is still important to use high quality agate to make dZi beads. And dZi beads, whether new or old, are considered a 'protector' to the wearer.

Here are some examples of dZi beads used to make Tibetan jewelry.

dZi Bead and Tibetan Silver ring
This ring is made from a dZi bead with one eye. This ring is made from Tibetan silver and it was handmade in Nepal.



Tibetan Silver dZi Bead Pendant
This pendant is made from a dZi bead with two eyes, and Tibetan silver. This pendant is 2.25 inches long and it was handmade in Nepal.