Snowflake Obsidian Mala

SNOWFLAKE OBSIDIAN MALA PRAYER BEADS – MADE TO ORDER IN BOULDER, COLORADO

A meditation tool built to last as long as your practice.This handcrafted snowflake obsidian mala features 8mm snowflake obsidian beads accented with lava and silver-toned markers, finished with a matching guru bead and natural cotton tassel. Designed for meditation practice and mantra repetition, malas like this have been used across different spiritual traditions for generations.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 snowflake obsidian mala is hand-strung with durable bead cord or stainless steel cable 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 Snowflake Obsidian?

Snowflake obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass that has been used since prehistoric times for tools and ornamental objects. Its name comes from the distinctive white crystal patterns that form within the dark glass, resembling scattered snowflakes. It has been valued across cultures for both its visual contrast and durability.This stone forms when lava cools rapidly, creating a glass-like texture. The white “snowflake” patterns are clusters of cristobalite crystals, giving each bead its own unique appearance.

Gemstone Properties

Snowflake Obsidian has been traditionally associated with:

• Symbolism of balance and contrast in cultural traditions
• Use in early tools and carvings due to its glass-like structure
• Association with grounding elements in traditional systems
• Recognition for its distinctive natural patterning

Lava Stone marker beads have been traditionally associated with:

• Use in ancient cultures for carving and adornment
• Connection to volcanic earth materials in symbolic traditions
• Porous texture valued in beadwork and design

Each 8mm bead displays the characteristic black surface of obsidian with naturally occurring white “snowflake” patterns, making every mala one of a kind. The lava stone markers provide visual rhythm for mantra counting, while silver-toned accents add contrast and detail.

What Makes This Mala Different

1. Hand-Inspected Quality Control Every bead is examined before stringing. If it doesn’t meet our standards, it doesn’t go into your mala.
2. Made to Order in Boulder, Colorado No warehouse inventory. No mass production. Each mala is crafted specifically for you in our studio.
3. 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.
4. Premium Materials 108 hand-strung 8mm snowflake obsidian beads, lava stone marker beads (every 27 beads), silver-toned spacers, natural cotton tassel, and traditional guru bead.

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Each Mala Includes:

• Complimentary mala storage pouch
• 30-day craftsmanship guarantee
• Access to lifetime repair services

Made in the USA. Built to Last.