Hand-knotted Amethyst, Rudraksha & Carnelian 108 Bead Mala | shops gemstone february birthstone agate | purple natural bohemian spiritual

This natural gemstone and rudraksha mala is comprised of 108 (6mm) beads – primarily amethyst with accent beads of rudraksha. The meru setting is a single carnelian bead followed by a larger flat agate stone. It is hand-knotted between each bead for longevity and ease of use on double-strung mutted gold-colored 100% cotton cord. The handcrafted tassel is created of the same cord the beads are strung with. This mala has a lovely, bright feel with rudraksha accenting every third amethyst stone. (Please note: Due the nature of using natural materials, there will be slight variations, especially in the agate meru bead, from what is pictured here.)

The length is approximately 18 inches (46 cm) from center to tip of tassel and the meru bead rests at or near the solar plexus when worn.

All Devi Malas are handcrafted by myself, Milwaukee designer Jackie Ratcliffe. Gemstone and rudraksha combinations are selected based on the design of the piece more than for the particular healing properties they hold. All Devi Malas are "Gayatri-infused" as I recite this Sanskrit mantra of purification during the mala's creation.

This mala is **made to order** and ships in an organza antique gold-colored bag, tucked in a hinged rectangular tin.

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GEMSTONE & RUDRAKSHA PROPERTIES*:

Amethyst is said to aid creative thinking and spiritual awareness. It is a meditative and calming stone which works in the emotional, spiritual, and physical planes to provide calm, balance, patience, harmony and peace. Despite being considered a gentle stone, amethyst, as part of the quartz family, is also powerful, therefore can bring energy with both force and balance.

Rudraksha seed, known as “tears of Lord Shiva”, is a symbol of spirituality and has traditionally been used by meditators and sages of India for thousands of years. The five-faced rudraksha is said to promote health, specifically regulating blood pressure, reduce heart disease, and improve mental clarity. Rudraksha are known to promote inner peace, knowledge, and enlightenment. This powerful seed is said to represent the meditative ability of Shiva to focus the mind and remove obstacles on one's path.

Carnelian is a stone of creativity, individuality and courage. It is said to open the second chakra to promote passion, motivation, self-confidence and self-esteem. This grounding stone helps the wearer trust themselves and their perceptions, therefore overcoming negative conditioning. It can aid memory, including recall of past lives. It is a stone of protection in general and, specifically, from anger, jealousy and fear. In addition it can help with manifestation of one's desires, brings good luck, and helps stabilize energies in the home. Carnelian has the ability to cleanse other stones.

Agate is known to be calming, strengthening, and protective. Emotionally, agate gives courage, self-confidence, and dispels fears. It is said to have grounding, centering and balancing properties as well as an ability to improve mental concentration and perception. It is believed it can raise one's consciousness.


*Gemstones and rudraksha each have their own spiritual, mental and psychological, emotional, physical, and energetic properties and effects – only some of which are listed here. However, this information is presented for inspirational purposes only. Devi Malas are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and the information here is not meant to replace proper medical treatment or consultation.