{"product_id":"turquoise-small-vajra-bodhi-108-bead-mala","title":"Turquoise \u0026 Small Vajra Bodhi 108 Bead Mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurquoise adds a bright interval to a long strand of warm brown bodhi seeds. This 108-bead mala places smooth blue-green accents between textured seed beads, with hanging details that keep the design light and mobile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural texture, smooth color\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe main beads are small vajra bodhi seeds, often called rudraksha, approximately 8–9 mm in size. Research documents the bead-tree material in Indonesia, within a broader South and Southeast Asian tradition. Turquoise is known from sources including China's Hubei province, Iran and the southwestern United States. These locations provide background, rather than verified harvest or mining origins for this strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA blue-green thread through brown\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe turquoise spacers draw the eye along the seed strand, leading to the larger focal bead and suspended accents. The cool stone color makes the brown feel warmer. Try it with a sand-colored overshirt or washed denim; a simple neckline gives the hanging details room to move when worn long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne strand, a measured rhythm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 108-bead arrangement draws on Buddhist mala traditions of counting recitations. The repeated beads can also serve as a personal cue to return attention to the present task. This piece brings that Eastern bead language into the expressive layering familiar in Western accessories, with turquoise providing a color connection across styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt around the intervals\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring hand assembly, the smooth spacers and hanging details are positioned to punctuate the textured seeds. The interest lies in the meeting of surfaces: raised seed grooves, polished stone and small metallic-looking details. Natural variations keep each strand from looking mechanically uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain materials: turquoise and small vajra bodhi seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain strand: 108 bodhi seed beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed bead size: approximately 8–9 mm; decorative accents differ in size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors: turquoise blue-green and warm brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one handmade mala strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex styling for men and women across generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore dry and handle the hanging cord gently. Use a soft dry brush on the seed surfaces and avoid soaking or chemical cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elioart Craft Beads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67724077662522,"sku":"EA-TURQ-BODHI-108-89","price":79.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7173\/5610\/files\/turquoise-small-vajra-bodhi-108-mala-1.webp?v=1792332107","url":"https:\/\/elioart.com\/products\/turquoise-small-vajra-bodhi-108-bead-mala","provider":"elioart Craft Beads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}