A matte row of deep-black, ancient shungite beads – an earthy, grounding companion for practice.
The stone of shungite
Shungite is a black, carbon-bearing rock more than two billion years old; its classic source is Shunga in Karelia, Russia, from which it takes its name. The Type II shungite used here is carbon-rich (around 50–90%). Tradition regards it as a stone of protection and grounding, a companion to balanced, calm presence. These are traditional ideas, not medical or environmental claims.
The 108-bead mala
A mala is the prayer strand of the Hindu and Buddhist traditions, originally used to count mantras in meditation. A larger guru bead closes the 108 beads, standing for wisdom, while the small cylinder above it represents emptiness. The beads pass one by one between the fingers while attention rests on the meaning and vibration of the words.
How to use it
Hold the mala in your hand during meditation or mantra recitation and move from bead to bead; through the day it can be worn wrapped around the wrist.
Material and craft
Made of natural shungite beads. A 108-bead strand, about 32.5 cm long. Being a natural material, each piece is unique: shade and pattern may vary slightly. It comes with a decorative pouch that protects it and frames it nicely as a gift.
Good to know
Keep it dry, wipe it with a soft cloth, and avoid harsh chemicals. The meaning attached to it comes from tradition and is not a medical effect.