Men's Prayer Beads, Glossy Sandalwood & Tiger's Eye, Nichiren Sect

Men's Prayer Beads, Glossy Sandalwood & Tiger's Eye, Nichiren Sect

Sandalwood is a fragrant wood prized for the way its beautiful grain is set off by a glossy finish, offering both a subtle woody scent and a pleasing visual texture. As with most wooden prayer beads, the color deepens and grows more characterful with use, a quality many collectors find especially rewarding. Here it's paired with the ever-popular tiger's eye, a natural stone known for its floating, shimmering pattern; this particular yellow-toned tiger's eye shows a soft, marble-like luster and is traditionally associated with improving fortune in money and work. This piece follows the formal Nichiren-sect style, distinguished by three tassels attached to one side of the main bead along with ten counting beads used for chanting the sect's core invocation, Namu Myoho Renge Kyo; a full formal set traditionally carries five tassels, each said by various traditions to represent a part of the human body.

Product Specifications

Item Number: Q337630120054
Main Beads: Approx. 0.55 in (1.4 cm) – Tiger's Eye
Main Beads: Approx. 0.30 x 0.24 in (0.75 x 0.6 cm) – Glossy Sandalwood
Top Bead: Approx. 0.18 in (0.45 cm) – Tiger's Eye