Japa Mala Lapis, 108 Beads

Cool, smooth stones move one by one through the fingers, giving breath and repetition a quiet rhythm. This lapis lazuli mala is made for meditation, chanting, intention-setting, or simply wearing close as a blue thread of focus through the day.

Deep blue lapis in the hand

• The beads show the rich, inky blue associated with lapis lazuli, with natural variation from stone to stone.
• Soft grey and lighter markings break through the blue, giving the strand a lived-in mineral character.
• The rounded beads look smooth and easy to roll between finger and thumb during a quiet practice.
• A blue tassel finishes the loop, with a small warm-toned bead above it adding a bright contrast.
• Worn long, it brings the feeling of a ritual object into everyday dress without looking formal.

Lapis lazuli and quiet attention

Lapis lazuli has long been associated with wisdom, truth and inner seeing, and is often linked in yogic tradition with the Third Eye chakra. Its depth of colour gives this mala a steady, contemplative mood, the kind of piece that feels at home beside a meditation cushion, a journal, or the soft light of a bedside table.

A bead-by-bead rhythm

A mala is traditionally used as a counting strand, with each bead marking one repetition of a mantra, prayer, breath or intention. The value is in the rhythm: a simple object that gives the hands something steady to return to, so the mind has a place to rest.

How to wear and care for it

Wear it long, wrap it carefully around the wrist, or keep it in a dedicated place for practice. Avoid pulling hard on the tassel, and keep the beads away from prolonged damp, perfumes and lotions. After wearing, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth and store separately from sharper jewellery.

Japa mala tradition

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, japa malas are used to count repetitions during chanting and meditation. The repeated movement through the fingers creates a measured pace, while the strand itself becomes a familiar anchor for practice. Here, lapis lazuli adds its traditional connection with wisdom and insight. It remains what a good ritual object should be: tactile, beautiful and quietly useful.

Size and details

• Natural lapis lazuli mala from India.
• Handcrafted strand with 108 beads.
• Weight is approximately 54 g.
• Finished with a blue tassel.

A thoughtful gift for practice

This is a considered gift for someone who meditates, chants, journals, practises yoga, or likes jewellery with symbolic meaning. The deep blue stone and tactile repetition make it feel personal rather than purely decorative.

Common questions

Will every mala look exactly the same?
No. Lapis lazuli naturally varies in colour and markings, so each strand will have its own mix of blue, grey and lighter mineral detail.

Do I need to use it with a mantra?
No. Malas are traditionally used with mantra repetition, but many people also use them to count breaths, mark intentions, or create a quiet moment of focus.