108 Jade Mala Beaded Necklace Stone Type: Natural Jadeite Jade (Grade A) Bead Size: Approximately 6.7 - 6.8 mm Necklace Length: about 26'' inches Weight: ~58 grams Translucency: Semi-translucent Unique ID: GTC-* This mala prayer beaded necklace is used by many cultures and religions to count and recite mantras. There are 108 beads + a distinct rose gold plated bead as a marker. The mantras are recited and counted by bead until the the marker bead is reached. The prayer maybe repeated multiple times as well. This mala beaded necklace is crafted from the best jadeite jade. Many believe jade will provide spiritual energy to its user as they recite the mantra. This prayer necklace is high grade jade and is certainly impressive because of its translucent blue green tones. NATURAL JADE: This mala necklace is crafted from high grade jadeite jade. The jade beads are completely natural jade, un-dyed, and in its natural form. JADE COLOR: The beads have beautiful blue green tones that have are semi-translucent, a very beautiful quality piece of jade. The beads are hand carved so there may be slight differences between all of them. They do not come from a manufactured machine, so they will not be perfectly round. Hand carving the beads creates more texture in the mala necklace. It also provides a more natural and rustic feel to the necklace. NECKLACE: The necklace is crafted and beaded with 108 jadeite jade beads and a distinct rose gold-plated bead marker bead. GIFT BOX: It comes with a gift box! Ready to gift! This piece would certainly wow the recipient! This piece is hand carved and completely natural. It may have small imperfections from the natural stone or hand carving art. Depending on your lighting, monitor screen, or phone screen, the stone may look slightly different in color. You will receive a piece near similar to the listing display picture. Jade is a natural stone and may contain small variations.