Unusual Lime-Tree Seed Mala Necklace red carnelian Picture jasper is pale brown

Picture jasper is pale brown with darker patterns - named from pictures formed by patterns caused by trapped fossilizes algae

usually bright orange to reddish orange

Much Chinese turquoise was used for artistic carving and jewellery

Ready to string

yet inexpensive

Unusual Lime-Tree Seed Mala Necklace red carnelian Picture jasper is pale brownThis unusual oriental necklace is made from around 120 x 8mm Chinese lime tree seed beads. Quite long hangs 17 inches (34 inches in all). Mala Beads Although these prayer beads are similar to the latest fashion accessories, they carry a far deeper significance in the Buddhist culture. Prayer beads, or mala beads as they are called in the Buddhist religion, represent a meditative tool. Their purpose may vary, but commonly the beads are used to enhance