Original Message:   Re: Your Quote

Hi James, Actually, the quote you present is a statement made by Stefany. She can ably defend or amplify her point of view. I don't (or would not) say it's wrong. However, my opinion is somewhat different. Since zi beads are largely found by Tibetans, or are acquired as ancient beads (not made for them). I would have to classify zi beads as amulets. They serve a general function, and/or have a list of attributes..., but they were not made for their owners to serve specific functions. I think there ARE certain beads in Tibet that were made for specific functions, for the person who receives and uses them. These, I would say, are talismanic. I have documented one such bead from a private collection in the Eastern US. Cheers, Jamey Copyright 2024 All rights reserved by Bead Collector Network and its users

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