Burmese Dala Talisman Beads - Large Round Bead Style

Talisman beads recovered from a collapsed stupa in Mandalay. These Dala talisman beads have been drilled and are in the form of prayer beads. After returning to Taiwan, they have been cleaned to remove oxidized patina. The average maximum diameter is between 1.1-1.2 cm. Dating is based on accompanying artifacts unearthed with the stupa, suggesting an age of the 18th-19th century. These prayer bead-style talisman beads were typically part of a 108-bead strand placed within a stupa. Due to the humid conditions within the stupa, the original string has oxidized and disintegrated. After collection by artifact dealers in Myanmar, they were brought back to Taiwan and are now sold as individual beads. We were fortunate to acquire some of these. This second batch consists of a total of 60 beads. Please note when purchasing: These will be shipped randomly; selection is not possible. We apologize for any inconvenience. ************************* Ancient beads originally held profound religious significance and served protective purposes. During challenging times, wearing an old protective bead can help regulate one's energy field and strengthen fortune. Regularly reciting sutras and mantras, alongside practicing generosity and releasing living creatures, will naturally turn misfortune into good fortune.