Carnelian Agate 8mm 108 Round Beaded Mala With Red Tassel 33-37" Long

Carnelian Agate 8mm 108 Round Beaded Mala With Red Tassel 33-37" Long

Carnelian Agate 8mm 108 Round Beaded Mala With Red Tassel 33-37" Long: a mala from Namaste Bookshop near Union Square, NYC. A mala is a strand of prayer beads used in Hindu and Buddhist practice to count mantras, prayers, or breaths. A traditional mala has 108 beads plus a larger guru bead. Carnelian is an orange-red chalcedony. Agate is a banded form of chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz).

About this piece

Made with stone beads of 8 mm. The red agate is commonly used in beads jewelry to replace Carnelian since it's much easier to find and they look similar. With red tassel 4.5 to 5” long. Carnelian Red Agate is believed to help its users rediscover themself and give them confidence to conquer the day.

At a glance

• Size: 33-37 in (as listed).
• Gift idea: a thoughtful present for the spiritual seekers in your life.

Specifications

• Stone: carnelian and agate
• Size: 33-37 in
• Product: mala
• SKU: L2002

In crystal traditions, carnelian is associated with courage, creativity, and motivation, and agate with balance, stability, and calm. These associations come from tradition and are not health claims.

See more in our meditation tools and carnelian collection.

In store and online

This mala is sold online and through our Union Square shop at 2 West 14th Street, NYC. Call 212-645-0141 to confirm it is in the store before making the trip.

Questions shoppers ask

How do you use a mala?

Hold the mala in one hand and, starting next to the guru bead, move one bead at a time between your thumb and middle finger with each mantra or breath. When you reach the guru bead, turn the mala around and continue rather than crossing it.

Why does a mala have 108 beads?

The number 108 is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and yoga, so a full round of the mala counts 108 repetitions of a mantra.

How do I care for a mala?

Keep it dry, especially the tassel, avoid perfume and lotion on the beads, and store it flat or hanging so the cord does not stretch.

Is there a store in Manhattan that sells malas?

Yes. Namaste Bookshop at 2 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011, near Union Square, carries gemstone malas. Call 212-645-0141 to check that it is in the shop, or order online.