{"product_id":"108-bead-yak-bone-barrel-mala-with-silver-tone-and-lapis-lazuli-inlay","title":"108-Bead Yak Bone Barrel Mala with Silver-Tone and Lapis Lazuli Inlay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand-assembled 108-bead mala combines yak-bone barrel beads with blue lapis lazuli inlay details and silver-tone accents. The 10 × 8 mm barrel shape creates a repeated architectural pattern across the strand, while the blue inlay adds small points of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForm and cultural context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Buddhist traditions use 108-bead malas to count mantra recitations, prayers, or breaths. Bone beadwork and blue stone inlay also appear in Himalayan jewelry and decorative objects. “Silver-tone” describes the appearance of the metal accents and does not mean solid sterling silver. Read more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tibetan-symbols-materials-cultural-context\"\u003ematerials and symbols guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yak-bone barrel beads with lapis lazuli inlay details and silver-tone accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 108\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate bead size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 × 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariation and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBone tone, blue inlay placement, and metal finish will vary slightly. Keep the strand dry and avoid soaking, silver dips, ultrasonic cleaning, perfume, and household chemicals. Protect the inlay from knocks and store the mala relaxed in a dry pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mala-bracelets\"\u003eMala \u0026amp; Bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e, or use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-choose-tibetan-inspired-jewelry-sacred-objects\"\u003ebuying guide\u003c\/a\u003e to compare bead materials and sizes. This item qualifies for free standard shipping under the US$69 storewide threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare bead counts, materials and ways to use a strand in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-a-108-bead-mala\"\u003e108-bead mala buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tserra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43473575411789,"sku":"MAL-012","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2114\/8749\/files\/mal-012-02-hover.jpg?v=1786980184","url":"https:\/\/thetserra.com\/products\/108-bead-yak-bone-barrel-mala-with-silver-tone-and-lapis-lazuli-inlay","provider":"Tserra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}