This vintage authentic Chung Dzi bead has white striped banding on this lovely peach colored agate bead. Handmade about 50 years ago, this is a replica of an ancient chung dzi bead, a Himalayan sacred protective bead. These have applied banding through a complex process and are highly collectible. This tapered bead measures 15mm diameter x 59mm long with a nice 2mm hole for thicker cord. With some translucence, very smooth to the touch, a fine copy of an ancient bead. Beautiful and in excellent condition!