African Turquoise Jasper inspires positive change. Known to open the mind to new possibilities, this stone is perfect for your meditation practice when your intentions are set to inspire a meaningful change in your life. Intended for counting and chanting, you use a mala simply by moving through its beads one by one.
- Bead size: 6mm
- Individually Knotted between each bead
- Made of African turquoise jasper beads
- Aqua toned cotton tassel
- Bead Configuration: 108 African turquoise beads + 1 Guru bead
Due to the nature of natural stones, this piece will feature exquisite variations in surface patterns and overall appearance. Such details enhance the unique beauty of each piece.
design: A traditional 108-bead mala hand-knotted from earthy African turquoise jasper, finished with a Guru bead and a flowing aqua cotton tassel.
size: 6mm beads; 108 beads plus 1 Guru bead. Not specified as a total wearable length.
material: African turquoise jasper beads, cotton knotting and tassel cord
features: 108 mala beads plus Guru bead, individually knotted between each bead, aqua-toned cotton tassel, natural stone variation
care: Keep away from water, perfumes, and harsh chemicals, and store your mala in a soft pouch when not in use to preserve the beads and tassel.
disclaimer: Because African turquoise jasper is a natural stone, each bead varies slightly in pattern and tone, making every mala one of a kind.
Meaning & Intention
African turquoise jasper is often called the 'stone of evolution' — a name earned by its mottled, ever-shifting patterns of moss green, brown, and sky blue, no two beads ever quite alike. Where classic turquoise is prized for protection, this jasper variety carries a different message: it is said to accompany you through change, gently nudging you toward growth rather than shielding you from it.
Strung as a full 108-bead mala, the stone's themes align naturally with the mala's own purpose. A mala is a tool for repetition and return — one bead, one breath, one mantra at a time — and African turquoise jasper is traditionally associated with opening the mind to new possibility, making it a fitting companion for anyone using their practice to move through a transition or work toward a meaningful shift in life.
The Guru bead marks the completion of each cycle around the mala, a small pause that mirrors the larger idea at the heart of this stone: growth is not a straight line but a loop you return to, again and again, a little changed each time.
Worn as a long necklace or held in hand for counting mantras, this mala becomes a quiet companion to daily meditation — something you can reach for each morning to mark an intention, or carry with you as a grounding touchstone through a season of change.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone beginning meditation practice or moving through a period of personal growth or transition
- Purpose: Meditation, mantra counting, daily intention-setting, layering necklace
- Suggested Mantra: I welcome growth
- Intention: Growth, Transformation, Openness, Renewal
- Chakra Connection: Third Eye Chakra
- Gemstone: African Turquoise, Jasper
African turquoise is not true turquoise but a jasper prized for its turquoise-like coloring and distinctive, web-like patterning. It's commonly associated with growth, adaptability, and opening the mind to new perspectives, making it a favorite among those navigating career shifts, new chapters, or evolving spiritual practice.
Questions & Guidance
How do I use a 108-bead mala?
Starting at the bead next to the Guru bead, move through each of the 108 beads one at a time with your thumb, reciting a mantra or breath count on each one until you return to the Guru bead.
What is the Guru bead for?
The Guru bead marks the start and end point of the mala. Traditionally you pause here rather than crossing over it, using the moment to reflect before beginning another round.
Is this made of real turquoise?
No — African turquoise is a variety of jasper valued for its turquoise-like blue-green tones and patterning, not the mineral turquoise itself.
Can this mala be worn as jewelry?
Yes, its length makes it easy to wear as a long layering necklace in addition to using it for meditation.
Will the color and pattern match the photo exactly?
Each bead is cut from natural stone, so the exact pattern, tone, and markings will vary slightly from piece to piece.
