Ruby Red Yak Bone Mala shiva Himalayan lokta paper is sustainably

Himalayan lokta paper is sustainably harvested

We first saw this pattern in a room at Dwarikas and comissioned the artists to create one for us

the statue is repeatedly cleaned and polished before being sent to the finishing craftsman who carve and etch all of the amazing tiny details

Size: 17 1/2 inches around with a 3 inch tall main bead

Ruby Red Yak Bone Mala shiva Himalayan lokta paper is sustainablyThis colorful yak bone mala has been dyed a magical ruby red color. Each individual bead contains inlaid coral and turquoise chips and brass. A note about bone beads: Tibetan nomadic life is hard, and in the cold there is little to eat. When an animal is used for food nothing is wasted. These amazing bone beads are hand inlaid by artisans who recycle and reuse everything in daily life and spiritual practice. Measures approximately 26 inches around.