Bidspirit auction | Agate Dzi bead “Six Eyes,”

Agate Dzi bead “Six Eyes,” Tang dynasty - Barrel-shaped agate Dzi bead. The dark brown surface has been engraved to create a continuous pattern in shades of white. The decoration, known as “Buddha's eye” or “net, ” consists of a mesh of interlocking rhombuses or diamonds, each with a central point or “eye.” It shows patina from aging. Size: 4.3 x 1.4 cm Weight: 13.2 g