{"title":"Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen making your own amulets or jewelry, you can't do without them; beads! In this section you find a broad assortment of both new, vintage and old beads. And in all different kinds of materials; from glass to metal, from shell to bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; since we have a very large assortment of dzi beads, we decided to give them their own catalog. Find our dzi beads here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seawolfshop.com\/collections\/dzi-beads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\"Dzi Beads\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cowrie-shells-large","title":"Cowrie shells large, set of 10","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"c97on-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"c97on-0-0\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe cowrie shell is well-known in cultural and spiritual traditions all over the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAs an important currency, its usage can be dated back to approximately 3500 years ago in China. Nowadays a reference to this can still be found in Chinese language; the character “Bei” means both “money” and “cowrie shell”. The usage as a currency can be attributed to multiple factors; cowrie shells were quite rare to obtain and thus valuable, almost impossible to counterfeit, and lightweight and thus easy to carry along.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eWith the rise of international trading, the cowrie shell quickly found its way all over the world and became an international means of payment. For an idea of its value; In Africa one cowrie shell bought you a woman, and in Siberia one shell equalled the value of a sheep or three shells that of a young bull.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSome of the scientific names of cowrie shells still remind us of those times, like ‘cypraea moneta’ or ‘monetaria moneta’. And by association, a familiar use that can nowadays still be found is to keep 3 cowrie shells in your wallet to attract financial prosperity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf, the use of cowrie shells dates back to the times of the Silk Route. With the merchants, the cowrie shells came to Siberian regions. And since they quickly became a common currency, also a shaman sometimes was paid for his work with cowrie shells. In those days however, a shaman was completely provided for by the local community in regards to all his possible daily needs such as food and clothing. Therefore a shaman had actually no need to use the cowrie shells as a financial means and it became common to attach them to his clothing and\/or attributes, as a symbol for his status. And from there, they quickly also became common amulets, talismans and spirit houses. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eNowadays cowrie shells are still a very common sight on the clothing and attributes of traditional shamans. They can be sewn on both horizontally and vertically, representing the mouth or an eye of a spirit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso in many other spiritual traditions all over the world, the cowrie shell can be found. Because of its resemblance to the female genitals for example, it is used in all kinds of ceremonial and ritual work surrounding the feminine, fertility, pregnancy and giving birth. And in Central Asia the cowrie shell has since long been a symbol for the mother goddess Umai in her aspect as a patroness for women and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAlso more worldly usages can be seen. In the Netherlands for example they were traditionally used in different games and then had local names like ‘keutsjes’, ‘varkjes’ or ‘zeugjes’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"81sr2-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThese cowrie shells are sliced open at the top, so they can easily be handled in all kinds of sewing purposes. They are approximately 20-25 millimeters long (being from all natural origin, they of course vary slightly in size).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"36l7l-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"2qq9e-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eSold per set of 10, handpicked at random.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844827304267,"sku":"","price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230824_123423_Instagram.jpg?v=1692875235"},{"product_id":"cowrie-shells-small","title":"Cowrie shells small, set of 10","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"c97on-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"c97on-0-0\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe cowrie shell is well-known in cultural and spiritual traditions all over the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAs an important currency, its usage can be dated back to approximately 3500 years ago in China. Nowadays a reference to this can still be found in Chinese language; the character “Bei” means both “money” and “cowrie shell”. The usage as a currency can be attributed to multiple factors; cowrie shells were quite rare to obtain and thus valuable, almost impossible to counterfeit, and lightweight and thus easy to carry along.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eWith the rise of international trading, the cowrie shell quickly found its way all over the world and became an international means of payment. For an idea of its value; In Africa one cowrie shell bought you a woman, and in Siberia one shell equalled the value of a sheep or three shells that of a young bull.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSome of the scientific names of cowrie shells still remind us of those times, like ‘cypraea moneta’ or ‘monetaria moneta’. And by association, a familiar use that can nowadays still be found is to keep 3 cowrie shells in your wallet to attract financial prosperity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf, the use of cowrie shells dates back to the times of the Silk Route. With the merchants, the cowrie shells came to Siberian regions. And since they quickly became a common currency, also a shaman sometimes was paid for his work with cowrie shells. In those days however, a shaman was completely provided for by the local community in regards to all his possible daily needs such as food and clothing. Therefore a shaman had actually no need to use the cowrie shells as a financial means and it became common to attach them to his clothing and\/or attributes, as a symbol for his status. And from there, they quickly also became common amulets, talismans and spirit houses. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eNowadays cowrie shells are still a very common sight on the clothing and attributes of traditional shamans. They can be sewn on both horizontally and vertically, representing the mouth or an eye of a spirit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso in many other spiritual traditions all over the world, the cowrie shell can be found. Because of its resemblance to the female genitals for example, it is used in all kinds of ceremonial and ritual work surrounding the feminine, fertility, pregnancy and giving birth. And in Central Asia the cowrie shell has since long been a symbol for the mother goddess Umai in her aspect as a patroness for women and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAlso more worldly usages can be seen. In the Netherlands for example they were traditionally used in different games and then had local names like ‘keutsjes’, ‘varkjes’ or ‘zeugjes’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"81sr2-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThese cowrie shells are sliced open at the top, so they can easily be handled in all kinds of sewing purposes. They are approximately 15 millimeters long (being from all natural origin, they of course vary slightly in size).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"2qq9e-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4ku0a\" data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"aaoh3-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eSold per set of 10, handpicked at random.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46859426038091,"sku":"","price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20221212_124155.jpg?v=1693302104"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-carved-yak-bone-beads-55-millimeter","title":"Vintage carved yak bone beads 55 millimeter","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful, big, cylinder shaped beads, handcarved from yak bone. The bone has been completely hollowed out on the inside, after which a cap has been glued to both ends \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(with of course a small hole for the thread).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe decoration of these beads show carvings of the well-known symbol of the Endless Knot (one of the Tibetan Buddhist Eight Auspicious Symbols) and some Chinese markings for prosperity and some small painted flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThese beads have been made in Tibet and are from vintage origin, so they might have some minor damages and imperfections. These beads are all handmade, so naturally some differences in appearance may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA beautiful item for all your personal crafting projects. Size\u003c\/span\u003e; approximately 55 millimeters long and 25 millimeters diameter. Weight; 25 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece. We will handpick one at random for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47683184722251,"sku":"","price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240415_215356.png?v=1713516207"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-carved-yak-bone-beads-35-millimeter","title":"Vintage carved yak bone beads 35 millimeter","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful, big, cylinder shaped beads, handcarved from yak bone. The bone has been completely hollowed out on the inside, after which a cap has been glued to both ends \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(with of course a small hole for the thread).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThese beads have been made in Tibet and are from vintage origin, so they might have some minor damages and imperfections. These beads are all handmade, so naturally some differences in appearance may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA beautiful item for all your personal crafting projects. Size\u003c\/span\u003e; approximately 35 millimeters long and 25 millimeters diameter. Weight; 20 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece. We will handpick one at random for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47683191243083,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240415_215506.png?v=1713516354"},{"product_id":"elephant-yak-bone-carving","title":"Vintage yak bone bead Elephant","description":"\u003cp\u003eElephant figurine, handcarved from a piece of bovine bone. This figurine can be used as a small statue on your altar, but it can also be used as a bead \/ pendant for crafting purposes (on top of the head there's a small hole, making it possible to pull a cord through it).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes measured at the bottom; 25 milimeters wide and 37 millimeters long. Height is 53 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom vintage origin, handmade in India. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49962103374155,"sku":"","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240630-211551.png?v=1719777908"},{"product_id":"yak-bone-skull-beads","title":"Vintage yak bone skull beads","description":"\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLook at these amazing examples of traditional, artisan Himalayan bonecraft; large beads in the shape of a human skull, completely handcarved out of yak bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skulls are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding one of these, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. These amazing beads here in our store are handcarved out of yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eBeing all handcarved items, and of course made from all natural material, each bead is unique in appearance and has its own distinct character. Sizes vary between 4,5 and 5 centimeters high and 3,8 and 4,7 centimeters wide. With a weight varying between 52 and 70 grams per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eThese beads are sold per piece. You can choose your favorite one (as long as available of course) via the selection-menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":50452753088843,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2","offer_id":50452753121611,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3","offer_id":50452753154379,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#4","offer_id":50452753187147,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5","offer_id":50452753219915,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240924-092309.png?v=1727162905"},{"product_id":"sandelwood-mala-bracelet","title":"Vintage Tibetan sandelwood mala bracelet, crafting project","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eVintage Tibetan mala bracelet, made with natural wooden beads from a not-endangered and not-protected species of the sandalwood family. Each bead has a diameter of approximately 7 millimeters and the total size of the bracelet is approximately 19 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePlease note: the elastic cord on which the beads have been strung is not in good condition anymore. It will be better to take off the beads and string them on a new cord (or of course to use them in one of your own personal crafting projects). Therefore the price for this bracelet is a bit lower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50502009192779,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142319.jpg?v=1727787902"},{"product_id":"glass-beads","title":"Glass beads mix, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlass beads are known from Europe since ages. The first glass bead in the Netherlands was dated 2000 BC. This bead came all the way from Mesapotamia and illustrates the global trade of goods even so far back in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Roman age we also find a lot of glass beads in the form of melon-beads who resemble this fruit. 12 BC - 450\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Netherlands more glass beads are found around 500 BC (Iron age) in the form of eye-beads; a coloured bead with an eye in it. Sometimes these were mixed with ceramic beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix we sell is a mixture of different glass beads not based on any specific tradition but their resemblance to melon beads and old glass beads is obvious. You can use them for your ritual items, made into necklaces and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are 0.3mm usually but their size differs. The mix is sold per 10 beads of different colours that we handpick for you randomly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50605315916107,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20241016-110702_1729069795482.png?v=1729070494"},{"product_id":"citipati-pendant-bead","title":"Vintage bronze pendant \/ bead Citipati","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe legend of the Citipati speaks about two austere monks who were once meditating on a charnel ground. In their deep state of meditation, they didn’t notice a group of robbers approaching them. Looking for expensive items (which the monks of course did not have), the robbers killed them and left their bodies on the charnel grounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eBecause of their great spiritual development, the spirits from the monks were freed from the wheel of samsara. They decided to stay on the charnel grounds and eventually changed into the Citipati, the Lords of the Cemetery. They are seen as guardians and protectors of the graveyards, crematoriums and charnel grounds, ensuring the peace for the deceased and keeping the area’s hallowed places for spiritual and meditative practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe Citipati are an intricate part of the iconography of (especially) Vajrayana Buddhism. Often they are depicted as a pair of dancing skeletons (one male, one female), dancing wildly in a halo of flames which symbolizes the transformational power of fire and the constantly shifting character of reality. Their dance represents the dance of life and death, the dynamic interaction between creation and destruction and the \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeverlasting flow of life. And the happiness that comes from the ultimate liberation of breaking free from the cycle of reincarnation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe Citipati are thus looked upon in a two-fold (but connected) way; on the one hand they are invoked as wrathful deities, for their fierce protective qualities. On the other hand, the symbol of the Citipati serves as a reminder of the transience of existence, the value of distancing oneself from the physical world, and the potential for enlightenment. It teaches that absolute freedom is gained by accepting the impermanence of life, seeing the cyclic nature of it and overcoming the worries that keep us trapped in samsaric existence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis bronze Citipati skull comes from Nepal and is from vintage origin. A small hole has been drilled into it both at the top- and at the bottom side, making it possible to use it both as a pendant and as a bead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eSizes; approximately 5 centimeters high, 4 centimeters wide and 2 centimeters deep. Weight; approximately 59 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50768829251915,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20241106-124001.png?v=1730893801"},{"product_id":"old-tibetan-iron-skull-beads","title":"Old iron skull beads, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice vintage skull beads, taken from an old Tibetan mala-necklace. The beads are made of iron, which makes them quite heavy weight. And since they are from vintage origin, there's some oxidation\/rust on them, giving them a unique, rustique charm. Or of course you can polish them to a splendid shine again, if you're not into this rustique look :-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads. Each bead is approximately 12-13 millimeters high and weighs 6-7 grams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51065955516747,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250109-151308.jpg?v=1736432365"},{"product_id":"yak-bone-skull-beads-1","title":"Vintage yak bone skull beads","description":"\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eVintage, large beads in the shape of a human skull, handcarved from yak bone; a beautiful example of traditional, artisan Himalayan bonecraft. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skulls are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding one of these, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. These amazing beads here in our store are handcarved out of yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eBeing all handcarved items, and of course made from all natural material, each bead is unique in appearance and has its own distinct character. Size of each bead is approximately 2,5 centimeters high and 2 centimeters wide. With a weight varying between 9 and 11 grams per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eThese beads have been taken from an old \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(approximately 1970's-1980's)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, broken-down mala necklace and are now sold per piece. Being quite large, they have the perfect size to serve as (for example) the guru-bead in a mala, but of course they can be used in all your personal crafting projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51066261733707,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250109-160414.jpg?v=1736435258"},{"product_id":"vintage-bronze-skull-beads","title":"Vintage bronze skull beads, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eNice little skull beads, taken from an old Tibetan mala-necklace. Made of bronze. A great item for all your personal crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads. Each bead is approximately 6-7 millimeters high and weighs 1,5 grams. Large hole diameter, approximately 1,5-1,8 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51149249347915,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250124-144700.jpg?v=1737726585"},{"product_id":"mini-bell-or-dorje-pendant","title":"Vintage brass mini pendant Bell or Dorje","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen looking at depictions of Tibetan Buddhist deities, there are often ritual attributes to be seen in their hands, ranging from one or two, to many at the same time (depending on the number of arms the deity is displaying). Overall it can be said that the attributes held in the left hand(s) are related to the (feminine) principles of wisdom and the realization of the emptiness of all phenomena and the items held in the right hand(s) are related to the (masculine) principles of skillfull means and compassion-in-action. The combination of both principles as shown by the items in the left and right hands, is an inseparable one on the path to enlightenment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of such items from the iconography of the buddhist deities, can also be implemented in one's own spiritual practices. A common pair of ritual attributes found in Tibetan Buddhist practice is that of the bell and dorje.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used together, the bell is held in the left hand and the dorje in the right hand. The bell thus symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, or in this case more specifically; the sound of the bell echoes the sound of Emptiness or Shunyata. The dorje represents the masculine principle of active compassion. Wisdom and compassion, emptiness and form - they are inseparable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiniature versions of the bell and dorje symbols can also be found in buddhist jewelry, amulets and mala's. A very common example is the usage in mala counters; the extra set of small pendants\/chains that can be attached to mala's as a support in keeping track of the number of repetitions of mantra's or chants. A set of such mala counters then consists of one with a miniature bell pendant and one with a miniature dorje pendant. These pendants here in our shop would be perfect for that purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pendants are made of brass which shows the signs of their vintage origin with some oxidation stains here and there. Each is approximately 2,5 centimeters long and weighs 1-2 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple ones available, sold per piece. You can choose between bell and dorje style with our selection-menu. From there, we will handpick the exact one for you at random.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Bell","offer_id":51149468795211,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dorje","offer_id":51149468827979,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250124-150303.jpg?v=1737727723"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-bone-carved-skull-beads","title":"Old bone carved skull beads, set of 17","description":"\u003cp\u003eNice set of vintage skull beads, taken from an old mala-bracelet. The skull beads have been handcarved from yak bone and come from Nepal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set consists of 17 beads. Each bead is approximately 11-12 millimeters high. Since they are all handcarved, each one is unique in its appearance. And due to their age and previous usage, of course some minor damages and imperfections may be there, which makes them all the more charming :-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one set available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51196512403787,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250203-150210.jpg?v=1739879556"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-copal-strand","title":"Vintage Nepalese copal beads strand #2","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of beautiful and quite large copal beads. Copal is semi-fossilized resin, which is often used as a less expensive alternative for amber. This strand comes from Nepal and is from vintage origin (approximately 1970's-1980's).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads are strung on a cord of braided cotton threads. The cord can of course be tied together with a simple knot, to use this strand as a necklace. Or the beads can be taken off to use in all your personal crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strand has a total of 30 copal beads with a diameter of approximately 2,5 centimeters (measured the width. Their hight varies between 1,5-2 centimeters). The row of 30 beads measured together, how they are strung now, is approximately 45 centimeters long. Measured together with the cord on both sides, the total lenght is approximately 89 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51578678378827,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_1ff2c450-7745-4d90-b801-17f71083af12.jpg?v=1743761773"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-copal-beads-strand-1","title":"Vintage Nepalese copal beads strand #1","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of beautiful and quite large copal beads. Copal is semi-fossilized resin, which is often used as a less expensive alternative for amber. This strand comes from Nepal and is from vintage origin (approximately 1970's-1980's).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads are strung on a cord of braided cotton threads. The cord can of course be tied together with a simple knot, to use this strand as a necklace. Or the beads can be taken off to use in all your personal crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strand has a total of 30 copal beads with a diameter of approximately 2,5 centimeters (measured the width. Their hight varies between 1,5-2 centimeters). The row of 30 beads measured together, how they are strung now, is approximately 45 centimeters long. Measured together with the cord on both sides, the total lenght is approximately 89 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51578710491467,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_b070746d-9889-41e0-aedf-f45326ac1e88.jpg?v=1743766960"},{"product_id":"yak-bone-skull-beads-2","title":"Vintage yak bone skull beads","description":"\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLook at these amazing examples of traditional, artisan Himalayan bonecraft; large beads in the shape of a human skull, completely handcarved out of yak bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skulls are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding one of these, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. These amazing beads here in our store are handcarved out of yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eBeing all handcarved items, and of course made from all natural material, each bead is unique in appearance and has its own distinct character. And due to their vintage origin, they might show some signs of their age and previous usage. Sizes vary between 4 and 4,5 centimeters high and 3,3 and 3,8 centimeters wide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsbody\"\u003eThese beads are sold per piece. You can choose your favorite one (as long as available of course) via the selection-menu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":51591876247883,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"#2","offer_id":51591876280651,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3","offer_id":51591876313419,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#4","offer_id":51591876346187,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8057082e-506c-4426-a634-3c9bd1b00037.jpg?v=1743958064"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-eye-beads","title":"Mother of pearl eye beads, set of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eDepictions of eyes are a traditional part of the shamanic costume. There are multiple reasons for this. For example; during rituals the physical eyes of the shaman are often closed, or covered by the fringes from his headdress. Eye-shaped amulets, pendants, beads or shells (such as kauri) sewn on his headdress can then temporarily replace his physical eyes. They help him to see more clearly into the spirit-world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso they serve a protective function here; they scare away the evil spirits, making them believe they are watched even when the shaman's eyes are closed. For this reason they can be sewn anywhere on the costume; they are for example also quite traditionally sewn on the back, giving the shaman literally 'eyes on his back'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese eye-shaped beads are made on a base of mother of pearl, the shiny and opalescent inside of some shells. Since Paleolithic times, mother of pearl has been highly appreciated as a material for making all kinds of jewelry and decorations and has been a trade-currency of (sometimes extremely) high value. As such, mother of pearl has become a symbol for material wealth. In traditional (Siberian) shamanism, mother of pearl is considered to be one of the nine traditional 'jewels' of the shaman and is connected to the Middleworld and the Water element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a somewhat smaller size, these eye-shaped beads can of course also be perfectly used to give eyes to your spiritdolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize; approximately 1,5 centimeters wide and 1 centimeter high. The hole for the thread goes lengthwise through them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of two beads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51851399463243,"sku":"","price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_131b089f-3cb1-435b-9053-ebe01f4c9b7b.jpg?v=1747828014"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-glass-eye-beads","title":"Vintage glass beads Eye, light blue, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Nepalese glass beads in a bright blue color with depictions of eyes on them. Eye-depictions on jewelry, amulets and home decorations can be found all over the world with similar meaning; the eyes are used for protection, they are said to ward off negative energies, and evil entities. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese old glass beads are taken from old necklaces and clearly show the signs of their age and previous usage. As can be seen on the pictures, there are some damages, chips and imperfections. But maybe that's what makes them all the more charming; these beads are not the perfect, brand new, straight-from-the-factory kind, but instead they tell the story of a long life already lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads vary in diameter between 8 - 10 millimeters. The hole is approximately 1,5 - 2 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads, handpicked at random.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51855964242251,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5a5bdd4e-d2bd-4599-8502-a7b5ff028734.jpg?v=1747820896"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-glass-dotted-beads","title":"Vintage glass beads Dots, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Nepalese glass beads in a dark black-blue color with white dots on them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese old glass beads are taken from old necklaces and clearly show the signs of their age and previous usage. As can be seen on the pictures, there are some damages, chips and imperfections. But maybe that's what makes them all the more charming; these beads are not the perfect, brand new, straight-from-the-factory kind, but instead they tell the story of a long life already lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads vary in diameter between 8 - 9 millimeters. The hole is approximately 1,5 - 2 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads, handpicked at random.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856034136395,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7a4a7022-ab0c-4881-8579-3c29ef5170f8.jpg?v=1747821299"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-glass-eye-beads-1","title":"Vintage glass beads Eye, dark blue, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Nepalese glass beads in a dark blue color with depictions of eyes on them. Eye-depictions on jewelry, amulets and home decorations can be found all over the world with similar meaning; the eyes are used for protection, they are said to ward off negative energies, and evil entities. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese old glass beads are taken from old necklaces and clearly show the signs of their age and previous usage. As can be seen on the pictures, there are some damages, chips and imperfections. But maybe that's what makes them all the more charming; these beads are not the perfect, brand new, straight-from-the-factory kind, but instead they tell the story of a long life already lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads vary in diameter between 8 - 10 millimeters. The hole is approximately 1,5 - 2 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads, handpicked at random.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856078930251,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_2a3b75d4-ca13-4353-bf9e-c4f92c40716d.jpg?v=1747821690"},{"product_id":"yak-bone-skull-beads-set-of-2","title":"Vintage yak bone skull beads, set of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nicely made large skull beads, handcarved from yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. 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In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skull beads are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding one of these, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. These amazing beads here in our store are handcarved out of yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSize of these beads; approximately 4 centimeters high, 2 centimeters wide and 2,5 centimeters deep. 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Perfect for all kinds of crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two strands available, you can choose your favorite one via the selection-menu:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#1; This strand is 64 centimeters long and has a total weight of 93 grams. There are 72 beads on this strand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#2; This strand is 64 centimeters long and has a total weight of 102 grams. There are 59 beads on this strand. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":52579923296587,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2","offer_id":52579923329355,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_603cd69a-af68-4c12-b070-0ab577545382.jpg?v=1751216758"},{"product_id":"nepalese-glass-beads-mix-strand-1","title":"Nepalese glass beads mix strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrands of colorful glass beads from Nepal. The beads have been recently made and, as can be seen on the pictures, a strand consists of a random mix of styles, colors and sizes. 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There are 85 beads on this strand. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":52579960291659,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2","offer_id":52579960324427,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_664e4e84-f6e3-48f0-a45f-77faf3a3cc9f.jpg?v=1751217020"},{"product_id":"nepalese-glass-beads-eye-dark-blue-set-of-10","title":"Glass beads Eye, dark blue, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecently made glass beads from Nepal with depictions of eyes. The transparant dark blue glass has been crafted around a white clay core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a diameter of 9-10 millimeters and a hole of 2 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; being all handmade, there may be some differences in appearances; little 'imperfections' such as an a-symmetry or other flaw in the depiction of the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads, handpicked at random.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52612034199883,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_187982d0-3f56-4f20-be87-aa97ae314769.jpg?v=1751387435"},{"product_id":"nepalese-glass-beads-eye-dark-blue-set-of-11","title":"Glass beads Eye, dark blue, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice little glass beads from Nepal with a depiction of an eye on them on both sides. 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Counters can be \u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eattached to a mala, to use as extra assistance in keeping track of the number of mantra- or prayer recitations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese counters are made with soft, light brown yak leather cords on which some alpaca metal beads and pendants have been strung. Total length of each counter is approximately 11 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of two counters. Two sets available; one set with two dorje pendants and one set with one bell- and one dorje pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Bell and dorje","offer_id":52619350114635,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two dorje","offer_id":52619350147403,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c0f97bfc-df60-4912-a3d9-00f516b0b7a8.jpg?v=1751880917"},{"product_id":"nepalese-glass-beads-eye-bright-blue-set-of-10","title":"Glass beads Eye, light blue, set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecently made glass beads from Nepal with depictions of eyes. 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The transparant green glass has been crafted around a white clay core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a diameter of 9-10 millimeters and a hole of 2 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; being all handmade, there may be some differences in appearances; little 'imperfections' such as an a-symmetry or other flaw in the depiction of the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 10 beads, handpicked at random.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52624076570955,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a0f43d99-6c5b-4298-808e-d0d8fb13d11d.jpg?v=1751474904"},{"product_id":"bone-beads-bracelet-crafting-project","title":"Yak bone mala bracelet, crafting project","description":"\u003cp\u003eMala bracelet made with yak bone beads decorated with the symbol \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003efor the (mantra)word \"Aum\". This symbol and its sound, when spoken as an individual seed mantra or as part of a bigger mantra, is said to be the all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe. It represents all times, all awareness of times and the overtaking of time itself. When recited, it activates and energizes all the chakra's.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAs can be seen on the pictures, this bracelet is unfortunately not in wearable condition anymore and needs to be re-strung. Therefore we label this one as a 'crafting project'. Of course the beads can also be taken off to be used for all kinds of different purposes. The bracelet consists of 29 yak bone beads, in colors ranging from dark brown to black. Sizes of the beads are approximately 7 millimeters diameter and 5 millimeters high, with a hole size of 2 millimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53153802125643,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_00f164aa-7e18-4e8f-8739-9aea5f0fd409.jpg?v=1754901659"},{"product_id":"tibetan-conch-shell-beads","title":"Tibetan conch shell beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eTraditional Tibetan style beads, made with a piece of conch shell, decorated with brass ornaments and colorful gemstone-gritpaste cabochons. These beads have been handmade in Nepal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a diameter of approximately 25 millimeters and are 19 millimeters thick. Three beads available, sold per piece. You can choose your favorite one via the selection-menu. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":53175713235275,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"#2","offer_id":53175713268043,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3","offer_id":53175713300811,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_9c895ab5-4ed1-4fa2-9b87-8bbbd90e57c3.jpg?v=1755164641"},{"product_id":"vintage-yak-bone-beads","title":"Vintage yak bone beads, set of 50","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Nepalese beads carved from yak bone. Color varying from medium to dark brown. Perfect basic beads to use in all kinds of jewelry and amulets, with a charming rustique look and feel. The beads are approximately 7 millimeters in diameter and 5 millimeters high, with a hole diameter of approximately 3 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 50 beads, handpicked at random. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; due to their organic nature, these beads may have some natural occurring 'imperfections'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53333819621707,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4f1cc28d-71b0-4c1c-84c6-f8dd8b56d917.jpg?v=1757267733"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-conch-shell-mantra-beads-set-of-3","title":"Vintage Tibetan conch shell mantra beads, set of 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet of 3 beautiful vintage conch shell beads, decorated with mantra symbolism and set in Tibetan silver bead caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing all handmade, the beads are all different and unique in appearance. Also their size varies slightly: \u003cbr\u003e* 22 millimeters high and 18 millimeters wide\u003cbr\u003e* 24 millimeters high and 20 millimeters wide\u003cbr\u003e* 23 millimeters high and 21 millimeters wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHole diameter for each bead is approximately 1,5 millimeters. Wonderful pieces for all kinds of jewelry- or amulet crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs can be seen on the pictures, these beads show some signs of their age and previous usage, but isn't that actually what makes them all the more charming?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 3 beads. 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After cleaning and polishing the pieces of bone, the hollow has been filled again with a clay-like substance, which has been pierced with an approximately 3 millimeters wide hole for threading. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing all handmade, and of course from all natural material, they all look slightly different, with sizes varying between 15-17 millimeters high and 15-17 millimeters diameter. These beads have quite some years of age to them already and have gained a nice rustique look and smooth feel over time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set consists of 11 beads. Only one set available. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53394915098955,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_30bb096b-2cce-4954-ae48-55ceb4fda28b.jpg?v=1758092559"},{"product_id":"old-conch-shell-beads-with-turquoise-inlay","title":"Old conch shell beads with turquoise inlay, set of 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet of 5 old beautiful old conch shell beads, decorated with an inlay of grounded turquoise-paste. Each bead is different and unique in appearance. Very nice items for all your personal crafting purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set consists of 5 beads, varying in size between approximately 19-29 millimeters length and 11-18 millimeters diameter. 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For all kinds of crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set consists of all the beads that can be seen on the pictures:\u003cbr\u003e- 19 glazed porcelain beads, handpainted with geometric black \u0026amp; white patterns; 15 millimeters diameter with a 3 millimeters hole.\u003cbr\u003e- 4 turquoise colored howlite beads with a diameter of roughly 17-18 millimeters and a \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e2 millimeters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehole.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- 8 tubular shaped transparent synthetic beads with silver colored confetti; 13 millimeters long, 11 millimeters diameter and with a 3 millimeters hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vintage beads show some signs of their previous usage, but overall they are in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one set available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55811121414475,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_09e4d6c4-b10b-4a14-b0a8-633f4a1ba948.jpg?v=1761923470"},{"product_id":"red-howlite-bead-strand","title":"Red howlite bead strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of chunky howlite beads, painted in a vibrant red color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strand consist of a total of 21 beads, with a total weight of 178 grams. 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These beads are perfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922179440971,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_b020a5f9-5ba2-47aa-8097-05b44060037f.jpg?v=1763461903"},{"product_id":"blue-howlite-bead-strand","title":"Blue howlite bead strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of chunky howlite beads, dyed in a heavenly blue (turquoise-like) color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strand consist of a total of 17 beads, with a total weight of 173 grams. Total length of all the beads measured together (how they are on the strand now) is approximately 41 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads vary in size between approximately 20 millimeters length for the smallest ones up to 27 millimeters length for the biggest ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one strand available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this is a bead strand, not a ready-made necklace. These beads are perfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922216075595,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5cbf338f-6bad-4cc6-bffa-a632437f4262.jpg?v=1763462192"},{"product_id":"blue-glass-bead-strand","title":"Blue glass bead strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of beautiful, intensely colored, royal blue glass beads, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eperfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strand consist of a total of (approximately) 170 beads, with a total weight of 41 grams. The beads are approximately 4-5 millimeters in diameter and a bit flattened at the top and bottom. They have a white inside and a 2 millimeter hole. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one strand available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922269487435,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_2eed0499-b96c-4ea3-8128-e8516c7deeb2.jpg?v=1763463243"},{"product_id":"red-glass-beads-set-of","title":"Red glass beads, set of 20","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful bright red glass beads, white on the inside, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eperfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads are approximately 4-5 millimeters in diameter and a bit flattened at the top and bottom. They have a 2-3 millimeter hole. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per set of 20 beads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922304221515,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_0da76f21-70d8-4355-b7dc-e35c0c97e1be.jpg?v=1763463622"},{"product_id":"aventurine-bead-strand","title":"Vintage aventurine bead strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of organically shaped aventurine beads, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eperfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes. From vintage origin, but overall in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strand consist of a total of 108 beads, with a total weight of 86 grams. Total length of all the beads measured together (how they are on the strand now) is approximately 41 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads vary in size between approximately 12-20 millimeters lenght. The hole (approximately 0,5 millimeters) is drilled at one of their edges, making them hang like droplets when threaded on a cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one strand available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922306974027,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_78c25570-a143-474d-9eca-c29b695a69e2.jpg?v=1763376936"},{"product_id":"vintage-buddha-head-necklace-with-mantra-locket","title":"Vintage buddha head necklace with mantra locket, crafting project","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage necklace made with Tibetan silver buddha-head beads with a mantra locket pendant. A small locket such as this one is a kind of \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eportable reliquary,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e mostly used to contain small pieces of mantra scrolls (as is also the case with this one, as can be seen on the pictures), but sometimes other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esacred objects and blessed items are added, such as fragments of prayer scarves, small charms and relics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen worn as personal jewelry, it is often worn very close to the heart, where it serves as a daily source of protection and blessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mantra locket on this necklace is made of red copper and decorated with brass mantra symbols and colorful glass cabochons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this necklace is from vintage origin and clearly shows the signs of its age. Please look closely at the pictures to observe the condition of this item. The Tibetan silver buddha-head beads show some debris and oxidation, but are overall in good condition. The copper mantra locket has a relatively good condition (except for some debris) on the outside, but shows oxidation\/rust on the inside. Most noteable however is that this necklace needs re-stringing, since the closure is not in good condition anymore. Because of this, the price for this item is a bit lower than usual. But with some love and care, this necklace will be a great wearable item once again. One with history and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes; total length of this necklace is approximately 58 centimeters, measured without the pendant. Total weight is 138 grams. The mantra locket pendant is approximately 4 centimeters high and 2,2 centimeters in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922524258635,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8f6bb83a-efaa-4612-b101-dfb5ed25be87.jpg?v=1763656760"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-black-stone-mala-crafting-project","title":"Vintage shaligram mala, crafting project","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is made with 108 beads from a special type of black stone known as shaligram. This stone actually consists of fossilized ammonite shell and dates back millions of years to the Devonian and Cretaceous period. Shaligram stone can only be found in the Kali Gandaki river in Nepal. It is considered sacred in multiple spiritual traditions, especially in Hinduism where the stones are considered to be a part of Lord Vishnu himself and worn for a multitude of reasons, such as; protection against negative energy and evil forces, mental clarity and peace of mind, a harmonious family life and healthy relationships. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePlease note; this mala is unfortunately not longer in wearable condition and needs to be restrung. The beads are 9 millimeters in diameter and have a 0,8 millimeter hole. Total weight is 146 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice crafting project. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55922552963403,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_30f3a31b-af29-4b38-bd60-2a3131d1be72.jpg?v=1770312709"},{"product_id":"sponge-coral-bead-strand","title":"Sponge coral bead strand","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrand of very nice sponge coral beads, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eperfect to use in all your own crafting and jewelry making purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strand consist of a total of 36 beads, with a total weight of 60 grams. 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