Special West Asian 5-Line Ancient Bead Bracelet (22cm Length)

Excavated agate line beads. Classified under the West Asian bead system (Myanmar, Pakistan, Afghanistan, etc.). Features 3 white lines and 2 thick black lines in the center. Known in the industry as 5-line line beads. Among line beads, 7-line beads are the most common, while 5-line beads are a rare and special motif. In the general market, a large, intact bead would currently command a price starting around NT$200,000. However, chips and missing portions significantly reduce the value, to approximately 50% or even less than 10% of the original price depending on severity. A broken bead would be worth at most 10%... with some fetching as little as 1/100th of the price. This 5-line ancient bead has old chips on one end and in the middle, indicating severe damage. The surface exhibits ice cracks, leather patterns, and grey patina. There are no cinnabar dots. The condition is not ideal. The bead measures 5.45 cm in length. It has been strung into a bracelet with Indian sandalwood prayer beads. The bracelet measures 22 cm in length. ************************ Ancient beads originally held significant religious protective meaning and purpose. During challenging times, wearing an old protective bead can help regulate one's energy field and enhance fortune. Regularly chanting scriptures, practicing generosity, and releasing captive animals will naturally lead to turning misfortune into good fortune.