Dzi and Chung Dzi Beads

Dzi beads are highly sought-after beads from Tibet and the Himalayas that are revered as good-luck charms and protective amulets. They are traditionally worn on a string or as part of ornate jewelry around the neck. Their name means “radiance” and refers to their spiritual power. They are usually made of agate and are decorated with distinctive patterns such as eyes or lines. The origin of ancient Dzi stones remains a mystery to this day and is shrouded in numerous legends. The term “Chung Dzi” refers to those Dzi that the ancient Tibetans regarded as “crystalline” beads from nature.