CHRYSOCOLLA MALA – 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 Pisces Inspired 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 Chrysocolla and Polished Wood?
Long revered across ancient civilizations, Chrysocolla takes its name from the Greek words chrysos (gold) and kolla (glue), referencing its historical use by ancient metalsmiths. From the elite of ancient Egypt to indigenous cultures of the American Southwest, this brilliant blue-green stone has been worn for centuries as a talisman of wisdom, diplomatic clarity, and sacred connection. Paired here with natural polished wood, it honors the timeless human tradition of using organic, earthy materials to anchor contemplative practices.Chrysocolla is a premium, gemstone-quality hydrous copper silicate that owes its vibrant, vivid cyan color to the presence of rich copper impurities. Belonging to an exclusive group of copper-bearing gems alongside turquoise and malachite, it is sourced worldwide from prominent mineral veins in Arizona, Peru, and the Congo.Gemstone Properties
Polished Wood and Chrysocolla have been traditionally associated with:- The Heart and Throat Chakras in yogic philosophy, helping to align personal expression with compassion during meditation.
- Tranquility, patience, and unconditional love, serving as a gentle visual and tactile guide to invite inner stillness.
- Intuition and self-reflection, traditionally used to support a deeper, quiet awareness during repetitive mantra practice.
- The element of Water, perfectly capturing the fluid, creative, and intuitive spirit of the Pisces zodiac tradition.
- The Solar Plexus Chakra, providing a symbolic anchor for inner strength, focus, and quiet courage.
- Clarity and emotional balance, honoring the historical legacy of Aquamarine used by ancient mariners for protection and clear vision across deep waters.
- Grounding perspective, blending the earthy stability of Tiger’s Eye with the expansive, fluid qualities of a water-inspired practice.
What Makes This Mala Different
- Hand-Inspected Quality Control Every bead 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 polished wood beads, Chrysocolla and Tiger’s Eye marker beads (every 27 beads), golden brass spacers, a natural cotton tassel, and a traditional Aquamarine guru bead.
Each Mala Includes:
- Complimentary mala bag
- 30-day craftsmanship guarantee
- Access to lifetime repair services
Made in the USA. Built to Last.
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Daryl S (verified owner) –
I’ve been looking for a mala and this one is great. I love the various colored beads because I can explain the meaning of each of them. I will definitely be purchasing more.
Dawn Boiani –
Thanks for the kind words Daryl, have a great holiday, and Malas make lovely gifts-
Dawn Boiani –
Thanks for your compliments Daryl and I hope you have a great holiday!
Walt (verified owner) –
I have several malas from different makers and this one is exquisite. It’s well made and beautiful.
marialice ferguson (verified owner) –
lovely and arrived so quickly