Artistan Silversmith Stupa Pendant Ancient Tibetan Dzi Beads This adjustable wrist mala can

This adjustable wrist mala can fit wrists 5 to 8 1/2 inches around

which are a  relative of the rudraksha

Three strands of beautiful lapis and coral connect to a Tibetan inlaid turquoise focal bead

it was likely shipped with others under a group certification and still underwent the same careful inspection

The outer casing is adorned with the Eight Auspicious Symbols and two lines of the compassion mantra

Artistan Silversmith Stupa Pendant Ancient Tibetan Dzi Beads This adjustable wrist mala canWhile visiting a silver artist's home and studio in the Kathmandu valley we saw this pendant in production. The artist made just one and we were so engaged and amazed by the fine detail work and patience that it took that we asked to buy it when it was complete. We enjoyed a nice visit with his wife, their children, and parents, before shaking hands and leaving him to the rest of his beautiful work. It took several more weeks before the piece arrived