108 beads Hand-knotted Mala, Black Lava stone and Pink Black Rhodonite, Yoga Mala, Handmade Cotton Tassel. A Mala is a strand of 108 beads, plus a guru stone, traditionally used for counting during mantra meditations, and has been used as a meditation aid since at least the 10th century. Black Lava Stone has been for centuries for its healing properties and energetic qualities. Emotionally it has grounding qualities, calming the emotions. Because it comes from raw energy, it’s considered to be a stone of rebirth and shedding unneeded layers of emotional attachment. Spiritually Lava stones are fantastic for stabilizing and grounding the root chakra. This is because of the strong connection to the earth and its creation within the center of Earth. Pink Black Rhodonite is a stone of Grace and elegance. It decreases anxiety while increasing attention to detail. It works beneficially on the heart chakra, opening one to unconditional love and increased service to mankind. It is a stone of inner growth as well and helps with self-love. This stone helps to accept, forgive, and give love to others in order to bring peace into the wearer’s life. Physically, Rhodonite helps the immune system, joint pain, and healing the throat. * All jewelry is handmade by me with care and love in my home studio using the finest gems and highest quality materials. All necklaces and bracelets are cleansed and charged with love energy, good intentions, compassion, and blessings. Hope you have found something special for you! :) Love and blessings, Gergana NOTE: We feel that crystals can complement other therapies and support energetic well-being. Crystals should not be used as a replacement for medical treatment. For medical advice, please consult a licensed healthcare specialist.