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Japanese Antique Zen Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 800 Beads With Alms Bowl
Japanese Antique Zen Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 800 Beads With Alms Bowl

Japanese Antique Zen Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 800 Beads With Alms Bowl

Located in South Burlington, VT

A huge antique communal 24 foot prayer bead necklace consisting of over 800 handcrafted wooden hard wood beads with a large central largest diameter "Guru bead" and strung on woven n...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

A very special antique collection - this long strand of Japanese hand-crafted natural wooden (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads with customary larger "Guru" beads. These ros...

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Edo Period Japanese Antique Massive Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads Wabisabi
Edo Period Japanese Antique Massive Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads Wabisabi

Edo Period Japanese Antique Massive Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a large antique Japanese Buddhist prayer bead necklace known as Hyakumanben, or "One Million Recitations."

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Early 1800s Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Straw, Wood

Mid-19th Century Tibetan Buddhist Hand-Carved Yak Bone Skull Mala Prayer Beads
Mid-19th Century Tibetan Buddhist Hand-Carved Yak Bone Skull Mala Prayer Beads

Mid-19th Century Tibetan Buddhist Hand-Carved Yak Bone Skull Mala Prayer Beads

Located in Nottingham, GB

Period: Mid-19th Century Origin: Tibet Provenance: Lhasa monastery, Tibet Culture: Tibetan Buddhist / Himalayan Object Type: Skull Mala / Prayer Beads Material: Yak bone, cord Techni...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Prayer Beads

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Bone

Chinese Jade Finely  Guanyin, early 19th Century
Chinese Jade Finely  Guanyin, early 19th Century

Chinese Jade Finely Guanyin, early 19th Century

Located in Sarasota, FL

Very fine detail everywhere, including face, hands, prayer beads. The figure rests on finely carved wooden support 7/8" tall.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Jade

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin
Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin

Located in Bradenton, FL

Most likely Ming 15th/16th Century, carved chicken bone jade figure of a standing Guanyin (Quanyin) holding a scroll in one hand, prayer beads in the other. Affixed to carved wood ba...

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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Prayer Beads

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Organic Material

20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue.
20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue.

20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue.

Located in Brea, CA

Flowing layered robes with fine natural folds, serene facial expression, holding prayer beads in hands. Beautiful aged natural patina formed over decades.

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Early 20th Century Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Chinese Bronzed Seated Buddha with Boys
Chinese Bronzed Seated Buddha with Boys

Chinese Bronzed Seated Buddha with Boys

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

The hollow cast figure is well detailed and portrays the seated smiling Buddha with the open customary robe showing his large stomach and chest and resting his hands on his knees and...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Copper

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha
Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha

Located in Vero Beach, FL

This voluminous Buddha is resting at ease, raising the right arm up and holding the prayer beads in the hand. The Buddha is dressed in loose robes with chest, belly and left shoulder...

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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Prayer Beads

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Bronze

Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk
Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk

Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Condition Details: The prayer beads in his right hand have broken off. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Dervishes Tekalasci and Kalacli with Elvani and Ed Edmi Monks, 1842
Dervishes Tekalasci and Kalacli with Elvani and Ed Edmi Monks, 1842

Dervishes Tekalasci and Kalacli with Elvani and Ed Edmi Monks, 1842

Located in Langweer, NL

European writers of the period often called them monks. The prayer beads carried by several figures are used for the repetition of the names of God.

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Antique Chinese Porcelain Budai Laughing Buddha Five Children Republic Early 20c
Antique Chinese Porcelain Budai Laughing Buddha Five Children Republic Early 20c

Antique Chinese Porcelain Budai Laughing Buddha Five Children Republic Early 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

The figure retains attractive gilt highlights, including the long strand of prayer beads held across the front. The facial painting and individually modeled children give the group c...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Prayer Beads

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Porcelain

Turkish Religious Scholar - Antique Ottoman Costume Lithograph, c.1852
Turkish Religious Scholar - Antique Ottoman Costume Lithograph, c.1852

Turkish Religious Scholar - Antique Ottoman Costume Lithograph, c.1852

Located in Langweer, NL

The figure is shown standing in a dignified pose while holding a string of prayer beads, reflecting the importance of religious learning and spiritual authority within the Ottoman Em...

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Small Buddha Statue in white jade
Small Buddha Statue in white jade

Small Buddha Statue in white jade

$730Sale Price|20% Off

Small Buddha Statue in white jade

Located in Milano, IT

In his hand, he holds a carefully carved string of prayer beads, a symbol of wisdom and devotion, adding a deeper spiritual dimension to the piece.

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Prayer Beads

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Jade

Japanese Gosu Blue Satsuma Vase with Rakan Figures, Meiji Period
Japanese Gosu Blue Satsuma Vase with Rakan Figures, Meiji Period

Japanese Gosu Blue Satsuma Vase with Rakan Figures, Meiji Period

Located in Newark, England

One figure is seated on a bamboo chair holding prayer beads, distinguished by long flowing eyebrows.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Budai Buddha in white jada
Budai Buddha in white jada

Budai Buddha in white jada

$639Sale Price|20% Off

Budai Buddha in white jada

Located in Milano, IT

Although the Buddha is depicted in a relaxed, seated position, he holds a mala in his hand—a traditional prayer bead string used for meditation and reciting mantras.

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Prayer Beads

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Jade

Framed Japanese Portrait of a Buddhist Priest by Goro Kamenaga
Framed Japanese Portrait of a Buddhist Priest by Goro Kamenaga

Framed Japanese Portrait of a Buddhist Priest by Goro Kamenaga

Located in Atlanta, GA

The highly realistic painting depicts a figure in seated position, donning a Buddhist robe with a kesa tied on top and holding a string of prayer beads in his hands. Although not pos...

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1910s Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Silk

Tibetan "Mani Khorlo" Prayer Wheel
Tibetan "Mani Khorlo" Prayer Wheel

Tibetan "Mani Khorlo" Prayer Wheel

Located in Miami, FL

Offered is an antique (late 19th C. to early 20th C.) Tibetan handheld prayer wheel (Mani Khorlo), featuring a repoussé copper mantras on the metal drum, a chiseled Bamboo wood handl...

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1880s Nepalese Tibetan Antique Prayer Beads

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Metal, Copper

Kalenderi, Mevlevi Water Carrier, Bektashi and Rufai Dervishes, 1842
Kalenderi, Mevlevi Water Carrier, Bektashi and Rufai Dervishes, 1842

Kalenderi, Mevlevi Water Carrier, Bektashi and Rufai Dervishes, 1842

Located in Langweer, NL

In the lower image, at left, a young man in a fur cap, blue robe and yellow sleeveless jacket raises a curved horn and carries a hanging bowl; at right a long haired bearded man in a...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Exquisite 1806 Shiva and Vishnu Harihara Print - Hindu Art Treasure
Exquisite 1806 Shiva and Vishnu Harihara Print - Hindu Art Treasure

Exquisite 1806 Shiva and Vishnu Harihara Print - Hindu Art Treasure

Located in Langweer, NL

The deity holds symbolic items, including prayer beads and a flame, representing spiritual purity and divine energy.

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Early 1800s Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Rare 1806 Trimurti Trinity Antique Print - Hindu Deity Engraving Collectible
Rare 1806 Trimurti Trinity Antique Print - Hindu Deity Engraving Collectible

Rare 1806 Trimurti Trinity Antique Print - Hindu Deity Engraving Collectible

Located in Langweer, NL

The figure holds symbolic objects, including a flame and prayer beads, embodying the spiritual essence of the Trimurti in Hindu theology.

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Early 1800s Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Hindu Ascetics and Priest – Saniassi, Pandaron, and Carepatré, 1806
Hindu Ascetics and Priest – Saniassi, Pandaron, and Carepatré, 1806

Hindu Ascetics and Priest – Saniassi, Pandaron, and Carepatré, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

He is shown in a relaxed yet attentive posture, holding a string of prayer beads and seated near ritual tools, possibly indicating his role in temple-related religious practices or p...

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Early 1800s French Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Traditional Egyptian Costumes – 18th-Century Ethnographic Engraving
Traditional Egyptian Costumes – 18th-Century Ethnographic Engraving

Traditional Egyptian Costumes – 18th-Century Ethnographic Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Figure A appears to wear a long gown and holds a string of prayer beads, while B wears a fur-lined cloak and cap.

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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Large Patinated Chinese Bronze of Laughing Buddha, China, Circa 1900
Large Patinated Chinese Bronze of Laughing Buddha, China, Circa 1900

Large Patinated Chinese Bronze of Laughing Buddha, China, Circa 1900

Located in Nottingham, GB

In his hand, Buddha holds a mala, or strand of prayer beads, an object associated with meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual reflection.

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Early 20th Century Antique Prayer Beads

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Bronze

1930's Turkish Oushak Rug with Warm, Neutral Colors and Modern Style
1930's Turkish Oushak Rug with Warm, Neutral Colors and Modern Style

1930's Turkish Oushak Rug with Warm, Neutral Colors and Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Soft ochre tones and tranquil tan hues host a chorus of abstract floral motifs, repeating with the cadence of prayer beads, while cypress trees—tall, slender, and enduring—stand in s...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Prayer Beads

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Wool

Indian Guru Teaching Disciples – Sonnerat Engraving, Enlightenment Era, 1806
Indian Guru Teaching Disciples – Sonnerat Engraving, Enlightenment Era, 1806

Indian Guru Teaching Disciples – Sonnerat Engraving, Enlightenment Era, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

Surrounding him are disciples in various poses: one bows fully in an act of reverence, another kneels and listens intently, while a third stands nearby, adorned with prayer beads and...

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Early 1800s Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Set of Five Antique Indian Figurative Paintings
Set of Five Antique Indian Figurative Paintings

Set of Five Antique Indian Figurative Paintings

Located in San Francisco, CA

Painting 2: A seated Muslim mystic or dervish holds small loose manuscript slips or prayer books in his right hand while fingering a long strand of prayer beads in his left.

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19th Century Other Art Style Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper, Watercolor

Devout Reflection: A Medieval Bourgeoise in Prayer, 1847
Devout Reflection: A Medieval Bourgeoise in Prayer, 1847

Devout Reflection: A Medieval Bourgeoise in Prayer, 1847

Located in Langweer, NL

Her hands are clasped in front of her chest, holding a string of beads, likely a rosary, which serves as a focal point for prayer and meditation.

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1840s Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Indian Brahmin Penitents and Pilgrim – Rare 18th Century Ritual Engraving, 1734
Indian Brahmin Penitents and Pilgrim – Rare 18th Century Ritual Engraving, 1734

Indian Brahmin Penitents and Pilgrim – Rare 18th Century Ritual Engraving, 1734

Located in Langweer, NL

The upper right image presents a solitary ascetic woman seated in rigid meditation on what appears to be a stretched animal hide floating in water, holding a prayer bead mala. The ca...

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1730s Antique Prayer Beads

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Paper

Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century
Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

However, when more space or development was available at various points in history, it was not uncommon for them to be shown with a horse: doorway of the chapel of Saint Hubertus in ...

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16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Venetian School, Ottoman Honey Merchant

Venetian School, Ottoman Honey Merchant

Located in London, GB

The painting is redolent with period detail:  the merchant sits on a flat weave rug; in front of him is a painted tray (possibly either metal or papier maché) with a brass coffee pot...

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Early 17th Century Antique Prayer Beads

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Canvas, Oil

Sitting Buddha Percelain Night Lamp, French Chinoiserie 1900´s
Sitting Buddha Percelain Night Lamp, French Chinoiserie 1900´s

Sitting Buddha Percelain Night Lamp, French Chinoiserie 1900´s

By Limoges, Cristalleries De Sevres, ROBJ

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

His large belly and joyful expression are meant to absorb and transform sorrow, making him a talisman of contentment. The prayer beads suggest spiritual devotion, while the leaf may ...

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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Prayer Beads

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Bronze

Antique Pair Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculptures by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan
Antique Pair Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculptures by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan

Antique Pair Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculptures by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan

Located in South Burlington, VT

The simple hair line is decorated by a loop of flowers and his chest by a beaded prayer necklace. The separately cast mandorlas are positioned at the rear of head.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Prayer Beads

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculpture by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan
Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculpture by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan

Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Sculpture by Shohei, Gilt Finish, Japan

Located in South Burlington, VT

The simple hair line is decorated by a loop of flowers and his chest by a beaded prayer necklace. The separately cast mandorla is positioned at the rear of head.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Prayer Beads

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Bronze

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Seated Monk with Prayer Beads
Seated Monk with Prayer Beads

Seated Monk with Prayer Beads

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H 13 in W 8 in D 6 in

Seated Monk with Prayer Beads

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully carved and weathered seated monk holding prayer beads. This Burmese piece was donated to a Buddhist temple by the person named in the center of the red base.

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Prayer Beads

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Teak

Antique 108 Blood Coral Long Necklace with Thick Beads, 1900s
Antique 108 Blood Coral Long Necklace with Thick Beads, 1900s

Antique 108 Blood Coral Long Necklace with Thick Beads, 1900s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Because prayer beads are often painted in pigment, various traditional schools attribute a consecration ritual by the Sangha to the beads, to "open the eyes" for the purpose of achie...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Prayer Beads

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Coral

Seated Stone Ganesha
Seated Stone Ganesha

Seated Stone Ganesha

Unavailable

H 21 in W 14 in D 5.5 in

Seated Stone Ganesha

Located in New York, NY

With his four arms and hands holding traditional implements such as prayer beads and an axe, it is well carved, with perfectly rendered details.

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18th Century and Earlier Nepalese Antique Prayer Beads

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Stone

Chinese Blanc de Chine Budai or Pu-Tai
Chinese Blanc de Chine Budai or Pu-Tai

Chinese Blanc de Chine Budai or Pu-Tai

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H 12.5 in W 6 in D 4.5 in

Chinese Blanc de Chine Budai or Pu-Tai

Located in Sheffield, MA

Chinese Blanc de Chine Dehua porcelain Budai or Pu-tai with an open-mouthed smile, holding prayer beads and cloth sack standing on a grassy mount.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Ceramic

19th Century Gold Mounted Rudraksha Seed Pencil, Unmarked, circa 1880
19th Century Gold Mounted Rudraksha Seed Pencil, Unmarked, circa 1880

19th Century Gold Mounted Rudraksha Seed Pencil, Unmarked, circa 1880

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

Rudraksha is a seed traditionally used as prayer beads in Hinduism (especially Shaivism). Rudraksha beads are covered by an outer shell of blue color on fully ripening, hence also ca...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Prayer Beads

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Gold

Hardwood Budai/Hotei
Hardwood Budai/Hotei

Hardwood Budai/Hotei

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H 14.5 in W 39.25 in D 17.25 in

Hardwood Budai/Hotei

Located in Manchester, GB

This heavy, hardwood, Budai/Hotei statue is a very well carved antique complete with cloth sack, prayer beads, oogi (fan) and a yuan bao(ancient Chinese money, now a symbol of wealth...

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1920s Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Hardwood

Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Hotei by Kita Busei, Edo Period, c. 1820-1850
Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Hotei by Kita Busei, Edo Period, c. 1820-1850

Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Hotei by Kita Busei, Edo Period, c. 1820-1850

Located in TORQUAY, AU

He is rendered with remarkable dynamism and personality, striding forward with his iconic cloth sack (or Budai, his namesake) slung over a staff and prayer beads in hand. This is a ...

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Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Silk, Teak

Ming Wooden Sculpture of the Laughing Buddha
Ming Wooden Sculpture of the Laughing Buddha

Ming Wooden Sculpture of the Laughing Buddha

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H 15.5 in W 14.5 in D 10 in

Ming Wooden Sculpture of the Laughing Buddha

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This particular specimen is a Classical example of the genre, with a chaotically-tied robe slipping from round shoulders, a protuberant belly and chest and elongated ear lobes, surmo...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Rare 76.1 Grams Of Fine Butterscotch Amber Necklace Or Prayer Beads
Rare 76.1 Grams Of Fine Butterscotch Amber Necklace Or Prayer Beads

Rare 76.1 Grams Of Fine Butterscotch Amber Necklace Or Prayer Beads

Located in Media, PA

This exquisite piece of jewelry features 76.1 grams of stunning butterscotch amber beads, meticulously strung together to create a striking necklace or set of prayer beads.

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Early 20th Century Antique Prayer Beads

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Amber

Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1800s-1860s / Zen Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1800s-1860s / Zen Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1800s-1860s / Zen Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

Quiet yet commanding, it possesses a unique intensity that strongly captivates the viewer. Hyakumanben prayer beads were traditionally used in communal Buddhist chanting rituals, wh...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1830s-1844s / Zen Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1830s-1844s / Zen Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Hyakumanben Buddhist Prayer Beads 1830s-1844s / Zen Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese Hyakumamben (Buddhist) prayer bead set. A Hyakumamben is a large ceremonial rosary used in Buddhist prayer services, where many monks and worshippers form...

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1830s Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Straw, Wood

Gorgeous Antique Butterscotch Amber Necklace 155.8 Grams
Gorgeous Antique Butterscotch Amber Necklace 155.8 Grams

Gorgeous Antique Butterscotch Amber Necklace 155.8 Grams

Located in Media, PA

This is a vintage amber prayer bead necklace. It features large, polished amber beads with a rich, warm honey color.

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Early 1900s Antique Prayer Beads

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Amber

19th Century KPM Porcelain Plaque of Saint Jerome
19th Century KPM Porcelain Plaque of Saint Jerome

19th Century KPM Porcelain Plaque of Saint Jerome

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H 35.44 in W 31.11 in D 1.58 in

19th Century KPM Porcelain Plaque of Saint Jerome

By KPM Porcelain

Located in London, GB

The present depiction shows Saint Jerome kneeling on a cavernous stone floor before a table holding an open Bible, a skull with an hourglass, a crucifix and a set prayer beads. The p...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Prayer Beads

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Porcelain, Giltwood

Antique Greek Orthodox Gilded Hand-painted Egg Tempera Double Sided Icon
Antique Greek Orthodox Gilded Hand-painted Egg Tempera Double Sided Icon

Antique Greek Orthodox Gilded Hand-painted Egg Tempera Double Sided Icon

Located in Portland, OR

Saint Tryphon: is dressed in a traditional monk's or monastic cloak and cowl, holding a string of prayer beads (chotki) and a small cross. The verso depicts Saint Haralambos, the eld...

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1850s Greek Balkan Antique Prayer Beads

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Gold Leaf

Japanese Antique Mala Beads Jizo Spiritual Guardian of Travelers
Japanese Antique Mala Beads Jizo Spiritual Guardian of Travelers

Japanese Antique Mala Beads Jizo Spiritual Guardian of Travelers

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions An unusual large Jizo stone garden sculpture brandishing what a string of prayer mala beads and an alms bowl in his left hand and carrying a ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Prayer Beads

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Stone

Fabulous Chinese Buddhist Luohan Prayer Beads Bracelet
Fabulous Chinese Buddhist Luohan Prayer Beads Bracelet

Fabulous Chinese Buddhist Luohan Prayer Beads Bracelet

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful in its simplicity… hand carved six Chinese Buddhist Luohan Prayer beads Bracelet, inter-spaced with hand carved bone spacers; expandable to fit small-average and plus wrist...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Prayer Beads

Japanese Antique Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 1000 Beads
Japanese Antique Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 1000 Beads

Japanese Antique Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 1000 Beads

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare find 24 feet long A huge antique communal 24 foot prayer bead necklace consisting of over 1000 handcrafted wooden hard wood beads with a large central largest diameter "Guru ...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Temple Buddhist Monk Samurai Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Temple Buddhist Monk Samurai Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Temple Buddhist Monk Samurai Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly magnificent and special work - this beautiful and exceptionally long string of Japanese hand-crafted natural wood (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads. These rosary-ty...

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Antique Japanese wooden Hyakumanben prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s
Antique Japanese wooden Hyakumanben prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s

Antique Japanese wooden Hyakumanben prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an exceptionally long strand of giant prayer beads, made up of several hundred small wooden beads strung together.

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Rosewood Temple Mala Prayer Beads 800 Beads, 19th Century
Japanese Rosewood Temple Mala Prayer Beads 800 Beads, 19th Century

Japanese Rosewood Temple Mala Prayer Beads 800 Beads, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare find 18 feet long A huge antique communal 18 foot prayer bead necklace consisting of over 800 handcrafted wooden hard wood beads with a large central largest diameter "Guru b...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly magnificent and special work - this exceptionally long string of Japanese hand-crafted natural wooden (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads with customary larger "Guru"...

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Antique Japanese wooden prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s
Antique Japanese wooden prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s

Antique Japanese wooden prayer beads / wall hanging object / 1800s

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Hyakumanben Nembutsu Juzu refers to the giant prayer beads used in the "Hyakumanben Nembutsu" Buddhist ritual.

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly magnificent and special work - this nearly 20-foot long string of Japanese hand-crafted natural wooden (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads with customary larger "Guru...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Antique Chinese Amber Court Necklace or Mala, 19th Century
Antique Chinese Amber Court Necklace or Mala, 19th Century

Antique Chinese Amber Court Necklace or Mala, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Chinese court necklaces are thought to be based on the Buddhist mala, a string of Tibetan prayer beads. Legend has it that when the Emperor Shunzhi invited the fifth Dalai Lama to Be...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Amber

Antique Yellow-Orange Amber Chinese Court Necklace, Mala, 19th Century
Antique Yellow-Orange Amber Chinese Court Necklace, Mala, 19th Century

Antique Yellow-Orange Amber Chinese Court Necklace, Mala, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Chinese court necklaces are thought to be based on the Buddhist mala, a string of Tibetan prayer beads. Legend has it that when the Emperor Shunzhi invited the fifth Dalai Lama to Be...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Prayer Beads

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Amber

Japanese Shop Sign 'Kanban'
Japanese Shop Sign 'Kanban'

Japanese Shop Sign 'Kanban'

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H 40 in W 12 in D 4 in

Japanese Shop Sign 'Kanban'

Located in Hudson, NY

Large sculpture of prayer beads used as a shop sign. Can be displayed flat or hung on a wall.

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Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers / rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection.

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Prayer Beads

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Wood

Traditional Islamic Attire of an Imam from Turkey, 1844 Lithograph
Traditional Islamic Attire of an Imam from Turkey, 1844 Lithograph

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Located in Langweer, NL

It is a symbol of wisdom and respect in many Muslim communities. - Prayer Beads: The imam is holding a string of prayer beads, used for keeping count while reciting prayers, reflecti...

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1840s Antique Prayer Beads

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Qing Dynasty Cast Bronze Standing Guanyin with Shisou Mark

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Located in San Diego, CA

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Prayer Beads

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Antique Indian Miniature painting of a Maharaja,  Jaipur c. 1800

Antique Indian Miniature painting of a Maharaja, Jaipur c. 1800

Located in San Francisco, CA

His left hand rests on the hilt of his sword while his hand holds prayer beads. The whole has a regal quality. The back of the frame has an inscription reading: Rao Pratap Singh - Ja...

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Early 19th Century Indian Antique Prayer Beads

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Japan Fine Old Buddhist Figure in Original Gold and Black Lacquer Box , Zushi
Japan Fine Old Buddhist Figure in Original Gold and Black Lacquer Box , Zushi

Japan Fine Old Buddhist Figure in Original Gold and Black Lacquer Box , Zushi

Located in South Burlington, VT

The holy man, a lohan or Buddha messenger and decsciple, wears an elegant and colorful wardrobe and holds a staff topped and signifying the five earthly elements in one hand and pray...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Prayer Beads

Materials

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19th Century Buddhist Prayer 'Mala' Beads, Japan

19th Century Buddhist Prayer 'Mala' Beads, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

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Late 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered and Parcel-Gilt Altar Chair

Late 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered and Parcel-Gilt Altar Chair

By James Mont, Tony Duquette

Located in Glasgow, GB

Compact in stature, this antique altar chair measures 80 cm tall, 44 cm wide, and 36.5 cm deep, with a seat height of 38 cm, slightly lower than standard, making it ideally suited fo...

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Located in South Burlington, VT

The Buddha caresses a world globe representing his worldly views and cosmos in his right hand and prayer beads (hope for mankind) in his left. The Buddha has a peaceful countenance w...

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19th C Russian Orthodox Icon Saint Venerable Seraphim of Sarov, Wonderworker."

19th C Russian Orthodox Icon Saint Venerable Seraphim of Sarov, Wonderworker."

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Featuring a richly gilded background adorned with intricate patterns and a decorative border, the icon presents a solemn figure of a Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754–1833), distinguishe...

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A French 19th C. Prie Dieu with Embroidered Beaded Upholstery

Located in Southampton, NY

A French 19th C. Prie Dieu or Prayer Chair with Hand-Embroidered Beaded Upholstery.

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Buddha Amitabha in gilded and lacquered wood, East Asia, late 19th century

Buddha Amitabha in gilded and lacquered wood, East Asia, late 19th century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

In his right hand, he holds a Buddhist mala—a prayer rosary with finely carved beads, a symbol of meditation, wisdom, and the recitation of the Dharma.

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Bronze Bookends - Reading Monks

By Armor Bronze

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in New York, NY

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Vintage or Antique Emerald Green Jadeite Necklace, Mala, or Prayer Beads

Vintage or Antique Emerald Green Jadeite Necklace, Mala, or Prayer Beads

Located in Nova Scotia, NS

This vintage or antique necklace of emerald green jadeite beads, also known as mala or prayer beads, are a delight to handle.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Prayer Beads

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Antique Prayer Beads For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique prayer beads for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique prayer beads was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and animal skin. Antique prayer beads have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique prayer beads are generally popular furniture pieces, but Baroque style is often sought at 1stDibs. Karen Sugarman Designs produced beautiful antique prayer beads that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Prayer Beads?

Antique prayer beads can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,448, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $13,004.

Questions About Antique Prayer Beads

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.