Alashan Bracelet, featuring the Tibetan Goddess Zaheqilamu

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53088455049_ac113bf575_b.jpg Beads: Approximately 10mm Alashan agate beads Zaheqilamu Carving: Approximately 22x16x14 cm Flower: Alashan agate Accessory Material: Sand gold/14k gold-plated/copper https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53088849035_e64985b7bd_b.jpg Alashan agate, a type of desert stone, is mainly found in the Alashan region of Inner Mongolia, China. Over billions of years of natural weathering and the essence of the sun and moon, it exhibits a myriad of colors and patterns. It is highly cherished and collected. Natural gemstones/agates contain trace elements that are beneficial to the human body. In ancient times, agate was used for protection against evil spirits. It is a symbol of peace, stability, and guardianship, believed to attract positive energy and good fortune, enhance personal luck, calm anxiety, boost vitality, and stimulate curiosity and action. Zaheqilamu is an important female wealth deity in Tibetan culture. She is considered a symbol of wealth and abundance in Tibetan Buddhism, believed to bring prosperity and happiness. Usually depicted as a beautiful and benevolent goddess, she holds symbolic objects of wealth in her hands.