Mala necklaces made of gemstones
Handmade Mala Necklaces – for meditation, mindfulness and inner balance
With its delicate shades of blue and green and its distinctive natural veining, amazonite is one of the most fascinating gemstones in the world. Each piece of jewelry tells its own story, combining the beauty of nature with timeless elegance and high-quality craftsmanship.
Discover lovingly handcrafted necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry made from natural amazonite and find your very own companion for every day.
My handcrafted mala necklaces combine traditional spirituality with timeless aesthetics. Each mala is carefully handcrafted in Switzerland and made from carefully selected gemstones, wood, or seeds, harmoniously combined.
My mala necklaces consist of 108 beads and are based on traditional Buddhist and Hindu practices. They have been used for centuries as companions for meditation and mindfulness, helping to organize thoughts, focus, and find inner peace.
A mala necklace is more than just a piece of jewelry. It can accompany you in everyday life, reminding you to breathe consciously, center yourself, and focus on positive thoughts or affirmations. In this way, each mala becomes a personal companion for greater serenity and inner balance.
For my mala necklaces, I use natural gemstones such as rose quartz, amethyst, and tiger's eye, which are traditionally associated with themes like self-love, strength, and protection. Wooden and seed beads represent grounding and connection to nature. I design each necklace so that it can be worn both for meditation and as a stylish, spiritual piece of jewelry.
Find your Mala necklace now and discover handmade jewelry that will accompany you on your personal journey and help you bring more peace, mindfulness and balance into your everyday life.
All jewelry pieces are crafted with great care and come with a 6-month guarantee.
Learn more about chakras & spirituality
Gemstones, symbols, and chakras are interconnected in various spiritual traditions. If you'd like to learn more about the seven main chakras, their meaning, symbolism, and the association of different gemstones, you'll find detailed articles about chakras and spirituality in my blog.
Frequently asked questions about mala necklaces
What is a mala necklace?
A mala is a traditional prayer necklace used especially in Hindu and Buddhist traditions. It serves, among other things, as an aid in meditation and the recitation of mantras.
How many beads does a mala necklace have?
A classic mala typically consists of 108 beads plus an additional guru bead. Depending on tradition and design, other elements may be added.
Why does a mala have 108 beads?
The number 108 holds special symbolic meaning in various Hindu and Buddhist traditions. The precise explanations for this differ depending on the religious and philosophical tradition.
What is the guru bead of a mala?
The guru bead is an additional, often slightly larger or specially designed bead in a mala. It traditionally marks the beginning and end of a round during mantra practice.
How do you use a mala during meditation?
In a traditional mantra practice, a bead is moved to the next one after each repetition of a mantra. The mala thus helps to count the repetitions without having to consciously focus on numbers.
Can a mala necklace be worn as a necklace?
Yes. Malas are worn today not only for their traditional spiritual use, but also as necklaces and jewelry. How you use your mala can depend on your personal intention.
What materials are used for mala necklaces?
Malas can be made from gemstones, wood, seeds, and other materials. NEYLA ÉTOILE uses materials such as amethyst, tiger's eye, amazonite, turquoise, lava stone, rudraksha, and sandalwood.
What does Rudraksha mean in the context of a mala?
Rudraksha seeds have a long religious tradition, particularly in Hinduism, and are traditionally used for prayer beads. Their cultural and religious significance therefore extends far beyond their current use as jewelry material.
Is the spiritual effect of a mala scientifically proven?
The spiritual or healing effects of gemstones and mala necklaces have not been scientifically proven. However, a mala can still be used as a traditional tool for mantra practice or as a personal piece of jewelry.
Are the mala necklaces from NEYLA ÉTOILE handmade?
Yes. The Mala necklaces from NEYLA ÉTOILE are handmade and assembled from gemstones, wood, seeds and selected jewelry elements to suit the respective design.