Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet

Built around deep-toned, glassy Black Obsidian, the Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet uses a 108-bead counting structure to balance colour and structure. Black Obsidian and Lapis Lazuli keeps the bracelet visually distinctive without making it difficult to style, so it can sit comfortably beside a watch, a simple chain bracelet or other stone jewellery.

108-Bead Structure & Focal Details

The Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet combines Black Obsidian and Lapis Lazuli with a 108-bead counting structure. A full mala is organised around repetition for counting breaths or mantras. The guru or focal area, spacer beads and tassel or charm help the wearer identify the start and completion of a round.

Using a 108-Bead Mala for Counting Practice

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, 108-bead malas are used to count repeated mantras, breaths or prayers. With the Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet, practice can begin beside the guru bead and continue around the strand without counting the guru itself. Traditions differ, so respectful use and an accurate bead count matter more than claiming one universal method.

Mala Materials, Bead Count & Strand Length

Black obsidian is volcanic glass with a smooth polish and a deep, glass-like surface reflection. Lapis lazuli is an opaque blue rock that may include pale calcite and metallic-looking pyrite flecks. Together, Black Obsidian and Lapis Lazuli create the main colour and surface contrast in this design. As with bead jewellery, colour, pattern, inclusions, translucency and surface details can vary between individual components.

• Product type: Mala
• Primary materials: Black Obsidian and Lapis Lazuli

Meditation, Counting Practice & Wrist Wear

Use the Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet for mantra, breath or prayer counting when its bead count and guru area match the intended practice. If worn around the wrist, wrap it without pulling the cord tight or twisting the focal section. The mala can also be worn as a long necklace when its total length and construction support that use.

Care for Black Obsidian and Lapis Lazuli

Keep seed, wood and cord components dry. Remove the strand before bathing, swimming, exercise or sleep; wipe beads with a soft dry cloth and store the mala without pulling the cord tight. Water, fragrance and chemical cleaners can change botanical materials and weaken stringing.

Questions About the Black Obsidian & Lapis Lazuli 108-Bead Bracelet

Is this a full 108-bead mala?

Check the listed bead count before ordering. The specification gives a 108-bead design, while spacers, the guru bead and decorative components may be counted separately by different makers.

Can the mala be wrapped around the wrist?

That depends on total length, bead diameter, cord flexibility and wrist size. Wrap without stretching or twisting the strand, and avoid wrist wear when it places tension on the guru bead, tassel or knots.