About this piece
A japa mala of natural tulsi beads, finished with a silver bead cap and a coral-red tassel. The photos show round pale beads, each a little uneven, on a loop with the tassel at the front.
The seller lists it as sterling silver and natural tulsi beads, 15 inches (38 cm) long, and says it comes certified. The seller does not state the number of beads.
How it is used
Tulsi malas are traditionally used in Vaishnava practice, held and counted bead by bead while a name or mantra of Vishnu or Krishna is repeated. Many devotees keep one mala only for japa.
Looking after it
- Keep dry and wipe with a soft cloth.
- Keep silver away from perfume and chemicals, which can tarnish it.
