17 - An elongated, spindle-shaped Dzi-style ritual bead, crafted from natural agate with a veining pattern of very fine bands alternating between shades of ivory, bluish-gray, chestnut, and brown. It is carved so that the natural veins form an eye-like pattern in the center. Liao Dynasty (916–1125) or later.

An elongated, spindle-shaped Dzi-style ritual bead, crafted from natural agate with a veining pattern of very fine bands alternating between shades of ivory, bluish-gray, chestnut, and brown. It is carved so that the natural veins form an eye-like pattern in the center. Liao Dynasty (916–1125) or later. Dimensions: 42 x 14 mm Weight: 14.0 g