Exquisite Yinpi Star-Moon Bodhi Seeds 10x9mm, Genuine Month Dry Ground, Buddhist Prayer Beads, 108 Beads, Customizable

Tibukkyo Taiwan Derong Collections | 3A+ Yinpi Star-Moon Bodhi 10x9mm Barrel Beads (108 Beads) | Star-Moon Bodhi Seeds | Natural Yinpi Star-Moon ◎ Accessories: None ◎ Direct shipping available to Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia. ◎ Renowned as one of the "Four Great Pearls" of Bodhi seeds, Star-Moon Bodhi is known for its captivating transformation through color changes, patina development, and cracking. At 6mm, it's the smallest size, where the moon-eye may be less pronounced. We also offer custom combinations in 8x6mm, 8mm, 7x9mm, 10mm, and 12x8mm Star-Moon Bodhi; please contact us to create your unique piece. The largest size for Hainan seeds is only 14MM; anything larger is not from Hainan and has poor density. 12mm is considered a collectible large size. The "Zang Feng Yan, Han Xing Yue" Star-Moon Bodhi, hailed as one of the Four Great Pearls of the Bodhi world, embodies the aesthetic of a bright moon surrounded by sparse stars, creating a "stars embracing the moon" effect. This is exclusively achieved with Hainan seeds. Among Star-Moon varieties, Hainan seeds boast the best density, developing beautiful patina and cracking colors, making them a rare and exceptional type. In recent years, the annual yield of Hainan seeds has diminished, leading to the market being flooded with Lao seeds and other varieties misrepresented as genuine. True Hainan seed Star-Moon Bodhi originates exclusively from wild seeds found in "Maogan." This is why Maogan Star-Moon Bodhi has earned its fame. Just as some find joy in tending to plants, one can cultivate a sense of "cultivating virtue" by nurturing Bodhi seeds. The Bodhi seeds transform and change color in your hands, developing patina and cracking (this is a characteristic of contemplative artifacts, and more can be seen on the "Derong Collections" Facebook page). Star-Moon Bodhi seeds are the seeds of the Rattan palm. Because each bead has one large dot and numerous smaller dots, resembling stars surrounding the moon, they are named Star-Moon Bodhi. The color and smoothness of the Bodhi beads will vary depending on the duration of wear. Frequent wear enhances the luster and smoothness of the Star-Moon Bodhi beads, deepening their color and eventually achieving an "enamel-like" finish. Star-Moon Bodhi Buddhist beads not only carry the profound meaning of achieving Bodhi but also serve to ward off evil. Wearing Star-Moon Bodhi Buddhist beads can increase wisdom and eliminate troubles. "Anle Ji Shang" records: "Bodhi is the name for the supreme Buddha-dharma." The surface of the Buddhist beads is covered with uniform black dots, with a concave circular mark in the center, resembling stars cradling the moon, forming a celestial array of stars embracing the moon, hence the name Star-Moon Bodhi. It is considered one of the "Four Great Pearls" of Bodhi. ========================================== Star-Moon Bodhi seeds are classified into three grades: Yuanbao seeds (as known by connoisseurs). The Star-Moon Bodhi seeds appearing in the market are mainly divided into three grades: Top grade Yuanbao seeds, followed by Jinchan seeds, and finally Moni seeds. Characteristics of Yuanbao seeds: Characteristic 1: High Density Seeds with high density exhibit more pronounced solidity when polished, developing a rich, thick patina and luster that is readily apparent. After prolonged wear, they turn yellow, enhancing their sheen. Low-density seeds initially show little difference, but over time, their luster diminishes, cracking appears stiff, and the seeds lose their essence. Characteristic 2: Black dots are individual, not connected lines The meaning of Star-Moon Bodhi is like stars holding up the moon, a celestial arrangement. Therefore, the black dots are distinct points, not connected lines. Characteristic 3: Durability