This bead is adorned with the Tiger Tooth Motif. The Tiger Tooth Motif is believed to bring strength and courage. Tiger Tooth Dzi is sometimes also known as Tasso or Horse Teeth. Sometimes it is even interpreted to be the Wave Motif.
This bead measures 28.5 mm x 11.9 mm. It is an old bead, estimated to be between 300 to 500 years old.
The bead material is high quality natural agate.
This piece is in excellent condition. There are no cracks on this bead. As with all antique dzi beads, weathering marks and minor digs are all part of the beauty.