8mm Coral and Gold Mala

About this Mala:8mm Coral and Gold Mala handcrafted with 8mm genuine, color-enhanced 8mm coral and gold mala beads, golden markers and spacers, finished with a snakeknot and red coral and golden adornments.About Red Coral:Red Coral has been treasured for centuries by Tibetan Buddhists, and is considered by them to be the most precious natural "stone," and the supreme mala material. Tibetan Coral is often very old and fossilized, and each bead is quite costly. There is a ban on harvesting new Mediterranean Red Coral, as the reefs have been greatly disturbed and are endangered, so we cannot offer new Red Coral. We offer real Pink Coral previously harvested from the Pacific, which is not endangered like the Mediterranean Red Coral. All Coral that has been harvested is increasing in value, and is very precious, as it will not always be available once the harvested lots are sold. Our Coral has been slightly color enhanced to bring out the rich redness in the Coral. These beads are very lovely, round, and regular, and are stabilized to hold the color well. Please note that all real coral is inherently porous, and should not be considered a defect.Healing Properties:Coral: Protects and strengthens one's emotional foundation. It enables self-acceptance. Deep red in Tibetan Buddhism is associated with the Padma family which represents compassionate and passionate energy. Coral Malas are particularly auspicious for any red deity meditation practice such as Red Tara, Vajrayogini (Dorje Naljorma), or Dorje Pagmo. All malas have a 30 day guarantee to protect from breakage. Complimentary Silk Mala Bag included!