One hundred and eight beads, the count used in traditional malas, hand-strung here in 8mm agate. It is long enough to wrap at the wrist or to wear as a single loop.
Colour-wise, this material sits at banded, in greys, whites, browns and blues. A variety of chalcedony, agate forms in concentric layers inside volcanic cavities. Cut across, those layers appear as bands — and no two are alike.
The polish is smooth and even, with no filler or surface coating. Cut from natural stone, each bead carries its own slight variation in tone and internal texture — inherent to the material rather than a defect.
Agate was among the most widely used stones of the ancient world for seals, beads and cameos. The name comes from the Achates river in Sicily.
Agate is one of the oldest materials used for personal objects, carved into seals and amulets across the ancient world. Because no two banded patterns repeat, it has long been treated as a stone of individuality.
Wear it wrapped at the wrist, looped long, or carried rather than worn. It layers well against finer chains.
Wipe with a soft dry cloth after wear and store away from prolonged direct sunlight to help preserve the colour. Avoid contact with perfumes, chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners.
Traditional meanings and colour associations are offered for interest and for the pleasure of the story only. Each piece is natural stone, sold as jewellery, and no claim of any kind is made about its effect on the wearer.
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