This hand-strung mala is made of 108 healing stone beads depicting the Vedic Chakra system. Chakras are energy centers in the body that influence different physical, emotional, and spiritual functions.
- Beaded mala representing the 7 chakras
- Available in two different bead sizes, 6mm and 8mm
- Hand-knotted after each bead
- 6mm: Measures approximately 32" long + Tassel
- 8mm: Measures approximately 41" long + Tassel
- Stones include Amethyst, Lapis, Amazonite, Green Aventurine, Citrine, Carnelian, and Garnet
- Tassel length: About 3 inches
- Natural stone – textures, and tones may vary
Handcrafted: Artistically created by hand where beauty and imperfections go together wonderfully. Please accept and appreciate minor imperfections and variations, which are true characteristics of this craft. Each mala is unique and depicts the natural tones and colors of genuine stones. Please allow for color variations in the gemstones and tassel threads.
Chakra System
Crown Chakra (Purple) for Wisdom, Clarity, Self-Realization, Divine Connection
Third Eye Chakra (Dark Blue) for Sight, Pure Reality, Intuition, Insight
Throat Chakra (Light Blue) for truth, Listening, Communication
Heart Chakra (Green) for Compassion, Gratitude, Self-Acceptance
Solar Plexus Chakra (Yellow) for Self Esteem, Empowerment, and Personal Power
Sacral Chakra (Orange) for Wellness, Sexuality, Creativity
Root Chakra (Red/Brown) for Survival, Confidence, Feeling Grounded
design: A single strand of 108 hand-knotted gemstone beads moves through the colors of the seven chakras, from deep purple to fiery red, finished with a full black tassel.
size: Available in 6mm (approximately 32" long) and 8mm (approximately 41" long); tassel measures about 3".
material: Genuine gemstone beads — amethyst, lapis lazuli, amazonite, green aventurine, citrine, carnelian, and garnet — hand-knotted on cord.
features: 108 beads for a full mala count, hand-knotted between each bead, one stone for each of the seven chakras, available in two bead sizes, finished with a black tassel
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from moisture, direct sunlight, and harsh chemicals to preserve the stones' natural color.
disclaimer: Because each bead is cut from natural stone, color, tone, and texture will vary slightly from mala to mala.
Meaning & Intention
The number 108 carries deep meaning across yogic and Vedic traditions. It's the count kept on a mala for one full round of mantra repetition, long held to represent the wholeness of existence — a number that repeats through sacred texts, the names of the divine, and the practices built to quiet the mind. Moving a thumb from bead to bead, one repetition at a time, turns a simple strand of stone into a tool for sustained, embodied practice.
Here that count is paired with the seven chakras of the Vedic energy system, each one given its own gemstone by color and quality: amethyst for the crown (wisdom, divine connection), lapis lazuli for the third eye (intuition, insight), amazonite for the throat (truth, communication), green aventurine for the heart (compassion, self-acceptance), citrine for the solar plexus (confidence, personal power), carnelian for the sacral (creativity, vitality), and garnet for the root (grounding, security).
Worn or held in practice, the mala becomes a physical map of that inner journey — a way to trace attention from crown to root and back again, and to return, again and again, to a felt sense of balance across the whole system rather than any single center.
Drape it around your neck for meditation, loop it over a wrist between sits, or keep it within reach on your altar — this mala is made to be handled. Let your thumb move bead to bead as you settle into your breath, repeat a mantra, or simply pause to notice which chakra might need your attention that day.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and mala practitioners seeking a full seven-chakra balancing tool
- Purpose: Mantra counting, meditation, chakra balancing, yoga practice, mindful gift-giving
- Suggested Mantra: I am balanced and whole
- Intention: Balance, Grounding, Clarity, Energy Alignment
- Chakra Connection: All Seven Chakras
- Gemstone: Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Amazonite, Green Aventurine, Citrine, Carnelian, Garnet
Each stone on this mala carries its own long-standing association, layered here into a single tool for whole-body balance: amethyst for calm and clarity, lapis lazuli for insight and inner truth, amazonite for honest communication, green aventurine for compassion and steady growth, citrine for confidence and personal power, carnelian for vitality and creative drive, and garnet for grounding and a sense of security. Together they move from crown to root, offering a stone for every part of the energetic system.
Questions & Guidance
What does the number 108 signify on this mala?
108 is a sacred count in yogic and Vedic tradition, used to track one full round of mantra or breath repetitions during meditation. Each bead marks a single repetition as you move around the strand.
What's the difference between the 6mm and 8mm versions?
Both have the same 108-bead, seven-chakra design; the 6mm strand measures about 32" long plus tassel, while the 8mm strand measures about 41" long plus tassel.
Is this meant to be worn, or only used for meditation?
Both. Many people wear it as a long necklace or wrap it as a bracelet, while others keep it strictly for seated meditation and mantra counting — there's no wrong way to use it.
Will my mala look exactly like the one in the photo?
Close, but not identical. These are genuine natural stones, so slight variations in color, tone, and texture from bead to bead are normal and part of what makes each mala one of a kind.
How do I care for the gemstone beads and tassel?
Wipe the beads with a soft, dry cloth after use and store the mala away from moisture, direct sunlight, and harsh chemicals to keep the stones and tassel looking their best.
