Malas, often called prayer beads, are sets of beads on strand traditionally used for prayer and meditation. Every mala is made with a specific spiritualistic number of beads. Neck malas usually have 108 beads and each bead represents a prayer, mantra, or a deep spiritual breath taken. The bone is a reminder of everything's impermanence. The red symbolizes action, confidence, courage and vitality.
Circumference is 68 cm (27 inches) with 8mm beads. Also comes in forest green, Lapis blue, sunshine yellow, grape purple, and scarlet.