Burmese Buddhist Temple. Black Dala Talisman Bead Ring - West Asian Carnelian Sun Disc Bead

Black Dala talisman beads from a Burmese Buddhist temple. The year is unknown, estimated to be from the 19th-20th century. It was already encased and set into a copper ring setting in Myanmar. These black alloy talisman beads differ significantly from the commonly seen gold and silver Dala talisman beads. They strongly resemble Grade 3 "Lek Lai" (a type of Thai sacred alloy), which is like a natural mineral. In fact, like Thai "Mekhala" alloy sacred objects, these are special alloys smelted from over a dozen different metals. Many Thai Buddhist sacred objects are inherited from Myanmar. This black Dala alloy, when passed to Thailand, became Mekhala alloy. Due to differences in the inherited metal alloy formulas, these black alloys also exhibit variations in depth of color and how they refract light. Small Burmese talisman beads like these are most often set into ring mounts for everyday wear. With their extremely strong magnetic field, they can suppress highly yin entities like ghosts and evil spirits. They are excellent for protection, creating a spiritual barrier, and as lucky amulets. Regarding the efficacy of Dala talisman beads... A dealer from mainland China who specializes in sourcing jade from Myanmar brought a batch (50-60 beads) of these black Dala talisman beads in 2023. They sold out completely in just over two months. It is said their primary function is risk aversion. Further information can be found through online searches; it will not be elaborated here. The ring size is 16 (men's size). The back of the ring is adorned with a West Asian carnelian sun disc bead. An exceptionally rare unearthed ancient bead. The bead shows signs of gray patina and blackening of white lines. Finding an ancient bead of a suitable size to complement the talisman bead has been a pursuit for over six years. Only four such beads have been found to date (this is the last one), making it extremely difficult! ************************* Ancient beads originally held profound religious and protective significance and purpose. In difficult times, wearing old protective beads can help regulate one's energy field and enhance good fortune. Regularly chanting scriptures and mantras, practicing generosity, and releasing captive animals will naturally turn misfortune into good luck. 6000-113.10.08