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Vintage Tibetan Buddhism Agate Turtle Back Totem Dzi Beaded Drawstring Bracelet

$1,385
£1,047.60
€1,223.21
CA$1,972.46
A$2,001.29
CHF 1,143.26
MX$24,230.63
NOK 13,431.16
SEK 13,413.38
DKK 9,144.03

About the Item

Discover the spiritual and aesthetic appeal of this Vintage Tibetan Buddhism Agate Turtle Back Totem Dzi Beaded Drawstring Bracelet. This unique bracelet features nine large, polished, deep green beads , each intricately carved with a distinctive pattern resembling a turtle or tortoise shell. In Buddhist and Tibetan culture, the turtle is often associated with longevity, protection, and stability, lending this piece significant totem or talismanic meaning. The beads are strung on a durable, braided brown cord and secured with a drawstring closure , finished with two smaller, round green beads, allowing for an adjustable and comfortable fit for various wrist sizes. The beads exhibit characteristics similar to certain types of Dzi beads, a category of bead highly prized in Tibetan culture, often made from agate. The color is a rich, dark green, natural stone material like agate , giving the piece an organic and grounding quality. This ethnic-style bracelet is an intriguing piece for collectors of spiritual or ethnographic jewelry. Item Specifications Brand: Unsigned Time Period Made: Late Twentieth Century (Estimate: 1970s-1990s) Style: Ethnic, Spiritual, Totem, Beaded, Drawstring Bracelet Materials Agat, Braided Cord Only Stones/Gems: Green Agate, Carved Turtle Back Totem Beads Tags/Marks/Hallmarks: Unsigned
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  • Weight:
    100 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1 in (25.4 mm)Length: 8 in (203.2 mm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20st Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20041stDibs: LU1330128130682

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