This bead is adorned with the Double Bat & Two Eye Motif. The Double Bat & Two Eye Motif is an auspicious symbol combination. The Bat Motif (蝠) is a symbol of the coming of all things auspicious. The Chinese character 蝠 , or bat, has the same phonetic sound as 福 which means Blessing. Its wearer would be granted uncountable blessings. The Two Eye Motif is believed to bring good relations both at home and at the workplace. It enables harmony between husband and wife, and it enables harmony amongst co-workers. It is the favorite motif for office managers.
This bead measures 29.7 mm x 11.7 mm. This bead is a vintage bead crafted in Taiwan in the 1980s.
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.