ONYX & OBSIDIAN 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 Onyx & Obsidian Mala is hand-strung with high-strength knotting cord in our Boulder studio, with each 8mm bead individually inspected for structural integrity before it’s ever used. No mass production. No shortcuts. Just a beautiful, durable mala designed to hold up to thousands of repetitions, finished with a premium hand-tied snake knot.Why Black Onyx?
The history of Black Onyx stretches back to ancient civilizations; the name originates from the Greek word for “claw” or “fingernail,” referencing its smooth, slight luster. In ancient Roman tradition, soldiers carried amulets carved from it into battle to inspire steadfastness, while across various ancient cultures, it was integrated into sacred artifacts and protective seals. Mined primarily in the United States, Italy, and Mexico, this striking mineral has served as a bedrock material for contemplative jewelry and historic talismans for thousands of years.Geologically, Black Onyx is a natural variety of chalcedony, a prominent member of the cryptocrystalline quartz family. Unlike softer, carbonated stones often mislabeled as onyx, this genuine quartz variety is exceptionally durable and resilient, featuring a deep, opaque black body that can occasionally exhibit fine, parallel white banding layers.Gemstone Properties
Black Onyx has been traditionally associated with:- Rooted Stability: Closely aligned with the root chakra in yogic philosophy to foster a sense of grounded awareness during mindfulness exercises.
- Yin Energy Symbolism: Utilized in Feng Shui traditions to invite a steady, quieted focus and support emotional balance in contemplative spaces.
- Inner Resolve: Embraced across historic spiritual practices as a symbol of personal fortitude, dedication, and structural discipline.
- Traditional Protection: Long integrated into spiritual jewelry across diverse cultures as a symbolic shield to maintain a serene personal space.
- Clarity of Thought: Used in traditional meditation to support self-growth, clear mental clutter, and invite a fresh perspective.
- Visual Continuity: The natural white patterns provide a stark contrast, offering a clear visual and tactile anchor during manual counting repetitions.
- Symbolic Transformation: Historically viewed as a stone of balance, representing the peaceful integration of light and dark elements within one’s personal journey.
What Makes This Mala Different
- Hand-Inspected Quality Control Every bead is examined before stringing. If it doesn’t meet our strict 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, with room for custom design requests at checkout or by email.
- Lifetime Repair Service Your practice shouldn’t end when a cord wears thin. If your mala ever breaks, we offer professional restringing services right here in Boulder to keep your tool intact.
- Premium Materials 108 hand-strung 8mm smooth black Onyx beads, Snowflake Obsidian accent markers, silver-toned spacer accents, and a traditional hand-tied snake knot finish.
Each Mala Includes:
- Complimentary mala storage pouch
- 30-day craftsmanship guarantee
- Access to lifetime repair and restringing services
Made in the USA. Built to Last.
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Jeremy (verified owner) –
I am really happy that I stumbled across this website. I am truly happy with my purchases. My decision to shop here happened because of a random event with a different purchase that lead me here. At first I was honestly unhappy with how long it took to deliver my purchases. I had recently bought something from Spain and it arrived sooner. But, life. The day they arrived, my mother sadly passed away. Now, it all speaks to me on a different level. It was meant to happen that way. Now, I have a necklace and bracelet, that I feel my mother helped me chose and helps me stay connected to her life and our memories together.
The quality of both pieces is really nice. I am happy with how they look and feel. I will stop here and see what new pieces they have when I am in the market again. Thank you for adding meaningful pieces to my daily life.
Dawn Boiani –
Jeremy, thank you for your kind words, and our condolences for your loss. Please let us know if we can be of help again in the future.
SB (verified owner) –
My first Mala beads! Amazing quality and craftsmanship!
Dawn Boiani –
Thanks so much, and if you spread the word about buddhistmala.com on Facebook and IG @buddhist_mala that helps our small business so much, and please take 10% off your next purchase with code: review10 thank you!
Jason Thomas (verified owner) –
Bought this years ago. One of two Malas purchased here. Amazing quality and beautiful. You won’t regret ordering.
DS (verified owner) –
Generous weight and workmanship using quality stone beads. It’s really gorgeous and I’d buy it again.
Dawn Boiani –
Thank you DS! We are careful to chose natural gemstones and make them, here in the USA- just right!
Matt Cooker (verified owner) –
A lovely creation. Goes perfectly with black clothing.
Nicole (verified owner) –
This is my 5th mala from Buddhist Mala and every single one that I have purchased has been excellent. The quality of the beads are well above their price point and carry a powerful energetic charge. I have only purchased my malas from BM and I will continue to do so forever more!
Jason Thomas (verified owner) –
Bought for my girlfriend.she loves it.second mala I’ve bought from your site very happy with the quality. Will be getting one of your bodhi seed malas for ngondro practice in the future. Thanks so much
Dawn Boiani –
Thanks Jason, Warmest Holidays!
Van (verified owner) –
Beautifull. My husband is so happy with the gift. Arrived as scheduled. For sure will come back.
alex (verified owner) –
Extremely satisfied with this product. I had been searching for some quality mala beads for a while. I came across this website and was immediately drawn to the number of different options available. Different stones, gems, and crystals all given a specific description and healing property. I purchased this one and the jade/turquoise one. I wear one of them everyday. Great quality product. It hangs nicely on the neck and comes with its own embroidered pouch. I would recommend to anyone searching for a great value. Will be purchasing more.
Kory (verified owner) –
Excellent Quality, not for everyday wear as it is heavy (a good thing). It hangs low as the beads, 8mm are large and 102 around is a long ways!
Darlene Hardiman (verified owner) –
I bought this as a gift. It arrived in beautiful condition and the bag to hold it is very well made. It looks just like the picture.My husband loves it and wears it everyday!
Ivy Overby (verified owner) –
Gorgeous
wendie lang (verified owner) –
very satisfied, beautiful
Yogi Nikki (verified owner) –
I have purchased from this website before and I love my mala so much I decided to purchase one as a gift for someone very close to me. The mala arrived and looks just as beautiful as it does in the picture. Unlike some malas I’ve had in the past, these are built to last. I wear mine every day and it looks as good as the day I received it. I will continue to give my business to buddhistmala.com
Lisa T (verified owner) –
Beautiful!
I purchase this as a gift for my daughter. It was presented in a beautiful black gift box with a silk emboirdered bag…..absolutely stunning!
Good quality and very well done.
Thank you for such a wonderful treasure ??
Heather (verified owner) –
Beautiful mala made with care and attention to detail
Josh Cole (verified owner) –
High quality and well made. Very happy with the purchase
Lisa M –
I bought this about 18 months ago, it feels beautiful to touch, I have used it for several mediation retreats. It is well made and it has held up to hours of use during mediation. I can tell that this mala is made with love and attention to detail.