What Are Dzi Beads: Legend, Science, and How to Spot a Real One
Oct 16, 20231 comment
Tibetan Dzi beads have been shrouded in mystery for thousands of years. They are said to be of supernatural origin and prized for warding off evil. But what are they really made of, and how were their iconic "eye" patterns created? We look at the legends, the ancient crafting techniques, and what modern synchrotron science revealed when researchers put a three-eye Dzi bead under X-ray light.
