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This is a high-end Buddhist bead that combines Tibetan cinnabar dyeing technology, multi-treasure inlay decoration, and star-moon bodhi as the main body**. It combines religious practice, artistic aesthetics and collection value.
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The following is a comprehensive analysis of its uniqueness from materials, craftsmanship, cultural implications to playing and maintenance——
**1. Analysis of core elements**
**(1) Natural cinnabar dyeing**
- **What is cinnabar? **
The unique ancient dyeing technology of Tibetan Buddhism uses **natural cinnabar (mineral pigment)** mixed with Tibetan medicine and spices (such as saffron and sandalwood), and then dyes the Buddhist beads after chanting and blessing, forming a deep red, brown-red or purple-red color.
- **Religious significance**:
- Cinnabar is regarded as a **holy object for warding off evil spirits** in Taoism and Tibetan Buddhism, which can purify negative energy.
- The dyeing process is accompanied by chanting scriptures, giving the rosary "spiritual power".
- **Authenticity identification**:
- Genuine cinnabar offering: The color varies in depth, mineral particles can be seen through light, and it does not fade when exposed to water (chemical dyeing will fade).
**(2) Star and Moon Bodhi Body**
- **Material characteristics**:
- Select high-density Shunbai or aged old star and moon, with evenly distributed star points on the surface and a straight moon hole.
- After the cinnabar penetrates, the star and moon will show a **red and black gradient** or a **dark red patina**, which is simple and heavy.
- **108-bead standard**:
- The standard Buddhist bead structure symbolizes the elimination of 108 troubles. Every 27 beads may be divided into sections by **separator beads** (such as vajra, silver sheets).
**(3) Multi-treasure inlay**
- **Common inlay materials**:
- **Tibetan Seven Treasures**: Nanhong, turquoise, beeswax, coral, lapis lazuli, giant clam, pearl.
- **Ritual instrument elements**: Silver Gawu box (small Buddha niche), Dzi beads, six-character mantra nameplate.
- **Inlay craftsmanship**:
- **Inlaid silver/inlaid copper**: grooves are carved on the surface of the star and moon, and metal or gemstones are embedded.
- **Disciple beads**: small-sized multi-treasure disciple beads** (such as coral + green pine mixed strings) are placed under the Buddha's head to increase the sense of layering.
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**2. Religious and cultural meanings**
- **Dual blessing of cinnabar offering + star and moon**:
- Star and moon bodhi represents "enlightenment", cinnabar symbolizes "protection", and the combination of the two implies **wisdom and blessing** coexist.
- **Tantric connotation of multi-treasure inlay**:
- Each type of gemstone corresponds to a different Buddha (such as Nanhong for Amitabha Buddha, green pine for Medicine Buddha), which enhances the merits of practicing the law.
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**3. Playing and maintenance guide**
- **Initial treatment**:
- Cinnabar offering star and moon have been dyed, and cotton gloves need to be worn for 1-2 weeks to fix the color and remove the floating color.
- **Daily wear**:
- Avoid exposure to the sun and soaking in water (cinnabar may darken when exposed to high temperatures).
- Avoid soaking in sweat to prevent color transfer.
- **Long-term maintenance**:
- Regularly clean the inlay gaps with a **soft brush**, and gently wipe the gemstones with **olive oil** (avoid oil for beeswax and coral).
- When storing, place in a **rosary cloth bag** to avoid metal oxidation.