Leilão Bidspirit | Bracelet with eight agate Dzi

Bracelet with eight agate Dzi beads, Liao dynasty - A ceremonial bracelet comprising eight cylindrical Dzi beads made of agate in shades of vermilion, ochre, honey and cream. They make masterful use of the mineral’s natural layering to showcase sinuous bands and ‘eyes’, which are highly characteristic of protective talismans. Liao Dynasty (916–1125) or later. Bead length: 21–31.5 mm (approx.); Bead diameter: 14–15 mm (approx.) Weight: 61.86 g