2 Eye Dzi Stretch Bracelet — Banded Agate Balance Amulet

This 2 Eye Dzi Bracelet keeps things simple: a genuine Tibetan agate Dzi bead strung on a stretch band of banded agate beads, with nothing else competing for attention. The two-eye pattern is one of the best-known in Dzi tradition, carried for centuries as a symbol of balance, the meeting point between two opposing sides.

What is a 2 eye Dzi bracelet actually worn for? Tradition ties the two-eye motif to harmony between partners, whether in a marriage, a friendship, or simply the push and pull inside one person's own life. Because the rest of the bracelet is plain banded agate rather than a mix of different crystals, the Dzi bead itself carries the meaning here, uncluttered and easy to read.

A closer look

Agate forms as bands of fine quartz laid down in thin layers inside a rock cavity, which is exactly what gives each bead its own natural stripes before the Dzi pattern is etched over the top by hand. A question that comes up often is whether that pattern is natural: the stone itself is genuine agate, and the eye design is traditionally etched onto it, a centuries-old craft rather than a modern print.

• Beads: Tibetan agate Dzi (2 eye), banded agate
• Form: Stretch bracelet, 8mm beads; Dzi bead about 37mm
• Fit: Women's 7", men's 8", custom lengths available
• Themes: Balance, harmony, partnership

Wearing your Dzi bracelet

Slip it on for daily wear, alone or layered with other pieces, and let the stretch fit do the work of getting a comfortable size. Take it off before showering or swimming and keep it clear of harsh chemicals, and an occasional wipe with a soft cloth will keep the agate looking its best.

Please note: crystals are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Keep small pieces away from young children.