This 8mm Amethyst 108 prayer Mala is handmade as with all handcrafted and hand knotted work. It creates variations in color, size and design. It is darker in color that is used a prayer rosary and for meditation. It can be worn on neck as necklace or on hands as bracelet. If you practice meditation and yoga a Mala can be a powerful tool in your quest for wellness and clear understanding.