Rosewood mala with double vajra

Delicate rosewood mala with a double vajra pendant made of brass. The rosewood beads have a diameter of approx. 6 mm, the mala is approx. 65 cm long Handmade in Atelier Tibet in Zurich.

Rosewood refers to various types of wood from tropical trees of the Dalbergia genus, including Dalbergia latifolia (Indian rosewood). It is characterized by its reddish-brown color, fine grain and a subtle, pleasant fragrance. It is considered harmonizing. In Tibetan and Indian Buddhism, rosewood is often used to make malas and bracelets. It is associated with compassion, inner peace and protection. A rosewood mala supports meditation and is said to help clear the mind.