Women's Prayer Beads, Freshwater Pearl, Ash-Cherry Tassel

Women's Prayer Beads, Freshwater Pearl, Ash-Cherry Tassel

Pearls that form within freshwater shells, such as freshwater mussels, are known as freshwater pearls. Because no nucleus is inserted during cultivation, each pearl grows into its own distinct shape – sometimes rounded, sometimes closer to a rice-grain form – and no two pieces are ever quite alike. Freshwater pearls also occur in a wide range of natural colors, adding to the individuality of each piece, and because they are composed entirely of nacre rather than being built around a nucleus, they are notably durable. Pearl is the only gemstone traditionally considered appropriate to pair with mourning attire, making this a fitting choice for those seeking prayer beads that are both distinctive and quietly pure. This piece is finished with an ash-cherry (soft grayish-pink) tassel. As this piece uses natural freshwater pearls, subtle white surface marks may be present.

Product Specifications

Item Number: 6420180000000
Parent Bead (Oyadama): Approx. 0.47 in (1.2 cm) – Freshwater Pearl
Main Beads (Shudama): Approx. 0.31 in (0.8 cm) – Freshwater Pearl
Top Bead (Tendama): Approx. 0.24 in (0.6 cm) – Freshwater Pearl