Very practical for counting prostrations, circumambulations, daily mantras and traveling. Features a carnelian marker at the 7th position which facilitates counts of 7, 21, 27 or 4 circuits for 108 repetitions. Hand made of Wood Stone, the 8mm beads resemble wood but with the feel and light weight of stone. Strung on nylon cord using the knotting technique, should it break one might loose only one bead. Has a 3-hole jasper stone guru bead (representing the Teacher) and cone (representing emptiness). Has an integrated 5-color tassel, each color for one Buddha family. Includes an organza bag. Aprox 12 inches.