Star-Moon Bodhi Bracelet 10x8mm with Warring States Red Agate Spacer Beads | Father's Day Gift | Customizable Design

Tibukkyo Taiwan Derong Collection | Premium Star-Moon Bodhi Bracelet 10x8mm Barrel Beads | Warring States Red Agate Spacer Beads ◎ Accessory: Natural raw Warring States Red Agate Barrel Beads ◎ Direct shipping available to Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia ◎ The "Star-Moon Bodhi" is celebrated as one of the Four Great Pearls of the Bodhi realm, admired for its color transformation, patina development, and crackling. While 6mm is the smallest size, the moon eyes are subtler. Custom combinations are available in 8x6mm, 8mm, 7x9mm, 10mm, and 12x8mm. Hainan seeds, known for their superior density and aesthetic qualities, are the finest grade. Larger sizes, exceeding 12mm, are considered collector's grade. A Brief Introduction to Derong's Star-Moon Bodhi The "Star-Moon Bodhi" is hailed as one of the Four Great Pearls of the Bodhi world, evoking a sense of a clear moon surrounded by scattered stars. This aesthetic is best achieved with Hainan seeds, which possess the highest density among Star-Moon varieties, resulting in beautiful patina and crackling. These are a rare and sought-after type. In recent years, the production of Hainan seeds has declined annually. Much of the Star-Moon Bodhi available on the market is actually made from Laotian seeds or other varieties, misleading the market. Genuine Hainan Star-Moon Bodhi exclusively originates from wild seeds found in "Maogan," which is why they are also known as Maogan Star-Moon Bodhi. Just as some find solace in gardening, one can also cultivate mindfulness by "nurturing" Bodhi seeds. These seeds transform in color and develop a rich patina and subtle crackling with handling. How to Assess the Quality of Star-Moon Bodhi? Star-Moon Bodhi is categorized into three grades: Yuanbao seeds (known among connoisseurs as the true Star-Moon Bodhi). The Star-Moon Bodhi seeds commonly found in the market are primarily divided into three grades: the superior Yuanbao seeds, followed by Jinchan seeds, and lastly, Moni seeds. Characteristics of High-Density Hainan Yuanbao Seed Star-Moon Bodhi: Characteristic 1: High Density Seeds with higher density exhibit a more pronounced porcelain-like smoothness when polished, developing a thicker patina and a deeper aesthetic appeal. Over time with wear, they turn a warm yellow, enhancing their luster. Lower-density seeds may appear less remarkable initially and, over time, lose their luster, crackle stiffly, and lack the inherent vitality of the seed. Characteristic 2: Black dots, not connected lines The name "Star-Moon Bodhi" symbolizes stars accompanying the moon, like constellations across the sky. Therefore, the black dots should appear as distinct points, not forming continuous lines. Characteristic 3: Durability Due to the high density and quality of Yuanbao seed Star-Moon Bodhi, prolonged wear (with proper care) will not result in cracks or breakage. The Meaning of Bodhi Seeds Bodhi seeds are sacred Buddhist objects. The Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, and Bodhi seeds symbolize awakening, wisdom, knowledge, and the path. In a broader sense, they represent the wisdom to sever worldly afflictions and achieve Nirvana. They are also symbols of auspiciousness, promoting peace and warding off evil with long-term wear. According to Buddhist scriptures, chanting with Bodhi seeds yields immeasurable merit, making them one of the most widely used ritual implements. There are approximately over 300 types of Bodhi seeds (derived from plant seeds), with over eighteen types used for prayer beads, commonly known as "Eighteen Seeds," symbolizing the Eighteen Arhats. Among these, Star-Moon Bodhi, Phoenix Eye Bodhi, Vajra Bodhi, and Qilin Eye Bodhi are considered the Four Great Pearls of the Bodhi world. For more detailed information, please refer to related articles on Star-Moon Bodhi: A visual guide to the color transformation process of Star-Moon Bodhi [Video] Comparative color changes during the polishing process of Star-Moon Bodhi: Old seeds, natural original seeds, and new white seeds.