Burmese Bronze Alloy. Flattened Round Shape. Dharani Bead

Dharani beads from Burmese Buddhist temples and pagodas. The flattened round shape is a rarer and more expensive type. The rarest are the pagoda-shaped Dharani beads, which are also the most expensive. This is due to their shape, size, weight, and the fact that they are not drilled. Pagoda-shaped Dharani beads are difficult to wear as personal talismans, but they are considered the rarest type of Dharani bead and are believed to be the most effective sacred relics for protecting temples, pagodas, and homes. *************************** Bronze alloy, solid cast. Year of origin unknown, estimated to be from the 19th-20th century. After arriving in Taiwan, the patina of oxidation was cleaned off. The bead appears bright yellow in the photos, but will oxidize and darken over time if not regularly polished. The alloy composition of these beads contains gold, though in small proportions. Cinnabar was also melted together with the alloy during its creation. Possessing an extremely strong magnetic field, they are believed to suppress evil spirits and other Yin entities. They are considered excellent protective, barrier-creating, and luck-bringing amulets. They were also historically used for foundation laying and creating sacred barriers. Currently, some people use them for spiritual practices and meditation. Placing them in a Buddhist altar or in a car is thought to improve feng shui and the magnetic field. This bead has been drilled and fitted with a stainless steel screw-top bail, making it suitable for personal wear, attachment to a belt loop, or incorporation into a keychain or mobile phone charm as a lucky protective amulet. Regarding the efficacy of Dharani beads, you can find extensive information by searching online.