This bead is adorned with the Sun Ray Motif. The Sun Ray Motif is also known as Rail Tracks because it looks rather like railway tracks. It symbolizes the all encompassing wisdom and protection of the sun. It also symbolizes health and energy. The wearer of such bead will be blessed with wisdom, health, and vitality.
This bead measures 18.0 mm x 12.4 mm. It is an old bead, estimated to be over 800 years old. The calcification is testimony to its extreme age.