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  Ancient Pumtek Stone Bead with Chevron or Bird in Flight Design
Pumtek Stone Bead


 
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Product Code: REF:PUMT18

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A highly collectible Pumtek stone bead with the sought after bird in flight design. When this design is seen on a dZi bead, Tibetans call it a Garuda design. There are a total of 6 birds on this bead. The bead displays gorgeous red hues and a fantastic usage patina.

Origin: Burma, Pyu/Tircul
22 mm x 8 mm
Condition: Excellent

Pumtek are decorated stone beads that originate from Burma. Some are ancient, some are antique and some are early to late 20th century creations. Pumtek means buried thunderbolt and are highly prized by the Chin tribe of Burma. The majority of these beads are made from silicified wood in the form of opal or chalcedony. By forming in this manner the original form and structure of the wood is often preserved. This is why many Pumtek beads appear to display a woody grain.


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