Burmese Ancient Pyu 4-Eye Octagonal Mandala Carnelian Beads with Etched Agate Turtle & Sun Eye Tablet Beads Bracelet

The main bead is a Sun Eye tablet bead. Both sides of the bead feature etched circular eye patterns. This type of ancient bead is referred to by ancient bead dealers in mainland China as "Sun Tablet Beads." Foreign collectors of ancient beads call them "Sammi." "Sam" is a phonetic transliteration of "SUN," representing the sun. These are distinct ancient beads, unlike the "Rumi" tablet beads commonly referred to as sheep's eye and horse's eye. The origin of this designation likely relates to ancient beads associated with ancient Egyptian sun worship. **************************** Four etched agate turtles excavated from Myanmar. The turtle totem, according to archaeological research, may originate from Chinese beliefs representing longevity. Similar agate carvings of turtles have also been unearthed in Thailand. ***************************** Four Burmese excavated 4-eye octagonal mandala carnelian beads. These display characteristics of long-term burial, such as crackle, penetration fissures, and agate iridescence. The bracelet measures 17.5 centimeters in length. ************************ Ancient beads originally held significant religious and protective meanings and purposes. During challenging times, wearing an ancient protective bead can help regulate one's energy field and enhance fortune. Regularly reciting sutras and mantras, and practicing charity and releasing captive animals, will naturally turn misfortune into good fortune.