Multi Tourmaline 4mm 108 Bead Elastic Mala No tassel

Among the books, decks, and stones on 14th Street is this mala: Multi Tourmaline 4mm 108 Bead Elastic Mala No tassel (shop SKU SSMCT122B).

Tourmaline is a group of complex silicate minerals that occur in many colors, including pink and black. In crystal traditions, tourmaline is associated with protection and with balancing energy. Those ideas belong to folklore and personal practice, not to any medical claim. The title gives a bead size of 4 mm. The title lists 108 beads.

A mala is a strand of prayer beads used in Hindu and Buddhist practice to count mantra repetitions during meditation. It is finished with a tassel, as stated in the title. Because beads are cut from natural materials, color and pattern vary from piece to piece. Store jewelry dry and away from lotions, perfume, and harsh cleaners to keep it looking its best.

• Bead size: 4 mm (as listed)
• SKU: SSMCT122B

See it at Namaste Bookshop, 2 West 14th Street near Union Square in New York City, or order online.