Ten-Eyed Dzi Bead (jūgan tenju), approximately 38mm. Size: Approximately 38mm in length, maximum diameter approximately 11.0mm Color: Dark brown, almost black, and white Condition: New, unused The meaning of the Tortoise Shell Longevity Dzi Bead is harmonious resolution, popularity, and love. It is a symbol of perfection and completeness. It is said to create perfect beauty and harmony, attracting people and gaining popularity. It helps to unite things that are not unified. This Dzi Bead has a strong power to remove obstacles such as the division of companies or groups, complications in marriage proposals, and to repair tangled business negotiations. Dzi beads are amulets passed down in Tibet since before the Christian era, made by applying a special etching process to agate to create patterns. In Tibet, there is a legend that Dzi beads are not stones of this world, but spiritual insects with life that have descended from the heavens. It is believed that they possess spiritual power to ward off misfortune, protect life, and bring wealth and all kinds of good fortune, and they have been passed down as family treasures from generation to generation. It is said that the mysterious magnetic field and power of the patterns ward off misfortune and protect life and health. This Dzi bead is not just painted, but is called a "Ji-Zhi Dzi Bead," and the patterns are dyed throughout. Also, the distribution of high-quality Dzi beads is said to be decreasing year by year. We try our best to take photos that reflect the natural colors, but the colors displayed may vary depending on the display environment. Please understand. Please understand the characteristics of natural stones and that these are essentially new or pre-owned items, and be sure to check the condition in the photos before making a purchase. Also, please be sure to read the profile before purchasing. If you collect natural stones or are thinking of making a bracelet, please consider this.