A Mala Bead necklace has 108 beads and has traditionally been used as prayer beads in Hinduism and Buddhism and for practice of yoga and meditation. Nikkotakko Mala Beads are suitable for both festive occasions and everyday use. They are made of stone, wood or rudraksha pearls that are tied by hand to one another. The necklace ends with a guru stone and is finished with a cotton yarn tassel.