Mammoth Tusk Ivory Mala Beads

These massive tusks are unearthed many ways, for example, wilderness explorers find the tusks in the melting muskeg. Regardless of the happy surprise of discovery, all of our ivory is mined in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations.

The beautiful hues of creamy ivory, tan and browns are a result of thousands of years of mineralization. Exact hues depend upon the mineral deposits in the immediate soil surrounding the fallen mammoth. Thus, when processing, each tusk reveals a unique character, never duplicated in another piece of fossil tusks.

International trade in elephant ivory has been largely shut down due to concern for the preservation of a living species, and we do not condone the trade of new elephant tusk ivory. Much to the delight of fine jewelry collectors, fossil mammoth ivory has emerged as an eco-friendly and increasingly valuable alternative. While still scarce and difficult to work with, this lustrous natural ivory possesses the same gem qualities of new ivory, without the stigma attached to illegal harvesting of endangered elephants.

Each Ivory bead is carved, polished and finished to enhance the unique color of our Arctic Ivory. As with all fine gem quality ivory, the luster is enhanced with frequent exposure to one's natural skin oils, developing a rich patina over time.

We offer 7mm Alaskan Mammoth Tusk Ivory Malas. This piece is considered an investment, and will most likely increase in value. The final "guru bead" is handcarved from Indian camelbone and each one is one of a kind. You may call for custom stringing instructions, and we will create this mala especially for you, and ship carefully packaged via insured airmail. Here is another sample of this ivory, made into a 27 bead hand mala. These are available by special order for $98.00.

All malas are made to order, and can choose your own tassel color and color of marker beads if you like. All malas have a 30 day guarantee to protect from breakage. Complimentary Silk Mala Bag included!

An excellently preserved mammoth ivory tusk- from 10-20,000 years ago. Photo by Steve Tiborcz

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