Men's Prayer Beads, Longan Bodhi Seed (Dragon-Eye), Tiger's Eye Finish

Men's Prayer Beads, Longan Bodhi Seed (Dragon-Eye), Tiger's Eye Finish

For those seeking something distinctive, this rosary is crafted from the rare 'longan bodhi seed' – a natural mutation of the more common phoenix-eye bodhi seed, occurring in only 20–30% of the fruit and prized for its scarcity. The name derives from an old Chinese tradition of naming animals by their eyes: a single-eyed pattern was called 'phoenix,' giving rise to 'phoenix-eye bodhi,' while a three-eyed pattern was called 'dragon,' giving rise to 'longan (dragon-eye) bodhi.' The beads used here are left in their natural, unrounded form as taken directly from the fruit, preserving the raw texture of nature; over time and with use, the seed's natural oils give it a beautiful amber patina that deepens with age. The tiger's eye stone used for the main and top beads is prized for its distinctive banded pattern and is believed to sharpen insight, discernment, and decisiveness while attracting good fortune in work and finances. The cut surfaces of the bodhi seed have been specially treated to guard against insects, so the piece can be enjoyed with full peace of mind.

Product Specifications

Item Number: 631v071000000
Parent Bead (Oyadama): Approx. 0.59 in (1.5 cm) – Tiger's Eye
Main Beads (Shudama): Approx. 0.51 in (1.3 cm) – Longan Bodhi Seed
Top Bead (Tendama): Approx. 0.31 in (0.8 cm) – Tiger's Eye