PURA VIDA MALA PRAYER BEADS – MADE TO ORDER IN BOULDER, COLORADO
A meditation tool built to last as long as your practice.Most malas fall apart after a few weeks of daily use: threads fray, knots loosen, beads crack and tassels unravel. This one won’t. Every Pura Vida Mala is hand-strung with stainless steel bead cable or strong knotting cord in our Boulder studio, with each 8mm bead inspected for structural integrity before it’s ever used. No mass production. No shortcuts. Just a mala designed to hold up to thousands of repetitions, finished with a natural cotton tassel.WHY RUDRAKSHA AND TURQUOISE MAGNESITE?
Revered for thousands of years within Vedic and yogic traditions, Rudraksha seeds are sustainably harvested from the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree and have long been worn by sages and practitioners as a sacred tool for mantra recitation. In this design, they are paired with turquoise magnesite and clear crystal, drawing inspiration from the vibrant coastal landscapes of Central America. Embracing the spirit of “Pura Vida”—the traditional Costa Rican philosophy of celebrating a pure, joyful, and radiant life—this mala is crafted to bring the warmth of the sun, surf, and open sky to your daily practice.Rudraksha seeds are uniquely recognized by their naturally textured, multi-faceted surfaces, which provide an exceptional tactile anchor during meditation. The turquoise-dyed magnesite features intricate, earth-toned matrix veins that beautifully mirror the organic patterns found in shallow coastal waters.GEMSTONE PROPERTIES
Rudraksha Seeds have been traditionally associated with:- Sacred Protection and creating a dedicated shield for personal energy during practice
- A Grounded Presence, helping anchor thoughts during extended periods of stillness
- The Heart Chakra, serving as a traditional focal point for inner peace and reverence
- Yogic Tradition, honored for millennia as the quintessential seed for japa meditation
- Joyful Radiance, celebrating the bright, optimistic essence of the “Pura Vida” lifestyle
- Deep Tranquility, reflecting the calming, expansive visual energy of the ocean and sky
- Spiritual Clarity, with clear crystal acting as a traditional tool for mental purification
- Visual Rhythm, providing crisp tactile shifts for counting mantra repetitions
WHAT MAKES THIS MALA DIFFERENT
- Hand-Inspected Quality Control Every seed and gemstone is examined before stringing. If it doesn’t meet our standards, it doesn’t go into your mala.
- Made to Order in Boulder, Colorado No warehouse inventory. No mass production. Each mala is crafted specifically for you in our studio, often set with a blessed intention for peace and wellness.
- Lifetime Repair Service Your practice shouldn’t end when a thread wears thin. If your mala ever breaks, we offer professional restringing services right here in Boulder.
- Premium Materials 108 hand-strung 8mm Rudraksha seeds, genuine turquoise magnesite and clear crystal marker beads (every 27 beads), a natural peach cotton tassel, and a traditional guru bead.
EACH MALA INCLUDES:
- Complimentary mala pouch
- 30-day craftsmanship guarantee
- Access to lifetime repair services
Made in the USA. Built to Last.
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Lilian (verified owner) –
It’s such a beautiful mala. I am really happy with the way it looks and feels. There is however one thing that I don’t quite understand about it. The division of the rudraksha beads. The rudraksha themselves don’t add up to 108 numbers. They add up to 102. So I am now assuming that the crystal bead spacers are not spacers at all, but are to be counted as part of the 108 total. ????
I’m still trying to figure it out.
But overall… quality-wise. This mala is gorgeous
Dawn Boiani –
Hi, yes with the crystal and turquoise below counted for this mala, it should be should be 108. The three segments to divide are not counted they are “markers” thanks!! Yes, it can get a bit confusing with these decorative malas, but glad you loved it!
Alicia (verified owner) –
Thanks very much. The shipping was fast. Really pleased with this mala. It’s beautiful just as it looks on the photo. I love the quality of the stones and design of the mala.
Sherry (verified owner) –
I love the beautiful stones on this piece. It is very lovely. It makes a perfect three strand bracelet when worn as one, and the silver pieces line up perfectly too. I love the weight and quality of the stones. They are a nice rich deep color and very shiny.
Jane from Maine (verified owner) –
I am very happy with this mala. It is just as beautiful as it looks in the photo and is really enhancing my meditation practice.
hoa nguyen –
This is a 2nd mala that I have ordered from Sakura. It is a very beautiful mala, good quality. I love it and would continue to buy some other mala as I am now looking for rosewood in Tibetan style. And the shipping is on time.