Inner Loop – 108-Bead Mala Necklace with Rose Quartz and Tiger's Eye Bracelet

108 beads. 108 breaths. A practice thousands of years old.

A mala necklace with 108 beads is one of the oldest meditation tools in the world. In India, Tibet, and Nepal, it has been used for millennia to count mantras, rhythmize breathing, and focus the mind. 108 is considered a sacred number in many traditions – it repeatedly appears in astronomy, yoga, Buddhism, and Hinduism.

The Inner Loop is a complete set: a 108-bead mala to wear around the neck with a silky tassel, plus a matching bracelet – for practice at home and wearing on the go. Each individual bead is hand-knotted to the next. A knot between each bead, as tradition has always dictated. This is not machine work. This is patience in form.

The stones and their tradition

The combination of rose quartz, tiger's eye, and other warm-rose and blue-toned natural beads is deliberately chosen. In various traditions, rose quartz stands for openness and softness, while tiger's eye represents inner strength and clarity. Together, this creates a palette that can be worn in everyday life as well as during meditation – warm, grounding, without being flashy.

How to use a mala

Hold the chain between your thumb and middle finger. Begin at the larger Meru bead near the tassel. With each breath or mantra, move one bead forward. When you return to the Meru bead, you have completed a full cycle – 108 repetitions, 108 breaths, 108 moments of awareness. The Meru bead itself is not counted over; you simply turn around and begin a new round.

You don't need a spiritual practice to use a mala. Many simply wear it as a reminder – of an intention, an inner attitude, a person. Others use it while walking: one bead per step, one bead per breath.

Details

• Scope: 108-bead necklace with silky tassel
• Also included in the set: matching stretch bracelet
• Bead material: natural stones in rose tone, brown, and warm blue (rose quartz, tiger's eye, and others)
• Craftsmanship: hand-knotted, a knot between each bead
• Total weight: approx. 140 g
• Origin: China, traditional craftsmanship

Care

Do not expose the necklace to water, perfume, or body oils – this can discolor the tassel and loosen the knots. After wearing, it is best to hang it in a dry place so that the tassel retains its shape. When not wearing the necklace, store it in a fabric pouch or small box – this keeps it dust-free and preserves the vibrancy of its colors.

Good to know

Natural product. Each necklace is unique – the marbling of the tiger's eye beads differs slightly, and the rose gold tones of the rose quartz vary in depth and clarity. This is the hallmark of genuine handmade items with natural stones.