Natural Ice Obsidian Mala – 108 Beads – Brazilian Citrine Point with Smoky Quartz Phantoms – Sak Yant Phutson Buddhist Talisman in 925 Silver – Meditation Prayer Beads, Protection, and Energetic Prosperity.
In creating this Obsidian Mala, I wanted to craft a talisman of shadows and light, an instrument of inner clarity and conscious protection.
This Obsidian Mala is a work of balance, a union between the telluric force of the Earth and the solar vibration of Citrine.
Ice Obsidian reveals its translucent brilliance: each bead of this Obsidian Mala acts as a mirror of truth, purifying thoughts and dispelling shadows.
I have paired this Obsidian Mala with a natural Brazilian Citrine point, containing two smoky quartz phantoms visible to the naked eye — symbols of consciousness and transmutation.
The golden light of Citrine illuminates the deep silence of Obsidian, forming a sacred axis where matter unites with awakened consciousness.
This Obsidian Mala is guided by the blessing of the Sak Yant Phutson, a Buddhist seal of protection, prosperity, and harmonious luck.
Its 108 beads, precious metals, and citrine pendant set in 925 silver plated with white gold make it a ritual jewel: a companion for meditation and energetic harmonization.
This Obsidian Mala is an embodied prayer — an offering to inner light and the quiet fire of the mineral world.
It connects the practitioner's breath to the cosmos's respiration, reminding us that all transformation begins with clarity of vision and peace of heart.
📿 Composition of this Obsidian Mala
108 natural Ice Obsidian beads – 6 mm diameter
→ Carved from translucent obsidian formed by the rapid cooling of lava, these beads reveal the purity of molten matter transformed into translucent black crystal.
Each bead of this Obsidian Mala reflects the petrified fire of the Earth: the memory of the volcano frozen in light.
Ice Obsidian, lighter than black obsidian, acts as a mirror of the subconscious, dispelling mental illusions and strengthening emotional stability.
In this Obsidian Mala, it embodies clarity born of silence and the balance between power and inner transparency.
Three counter-beads in 18K Gold plated Copper – 5 mm × 7 mm
→ Copper, a conductor of vital energy, ensures the harmonious circulation of Qi through the Obsidian Mala.
Combined with 18K gold, the quintessential solar metal, it unites the polarities of being and amplifies light within matter.
These counter-beads serve as vibrational markers: they set the rhythm of the mantra, channel intention, and balance the breath between Earth and Sky.
Guru bead in natural Buffalo Horn and metal – 27.30 mm × 15.74 mm × 17.36 mm
→ A symbol of quiet strength and perseverance, the buffalo horn is the living root of this Obsidian Mala.
It represents ancestral memory, stability, and fidelity of breath.
Positioned at the center, the Guru bead connects prayer to life: it transforms the cycle of mantras into a circle of consciousness, where energy gathers before being reborn.
Sak Yant Phutson side pendant in 925 Silver
→ The Sak Yant Phutson, engraved in solid silver, is a Buddhist seal of blessing and protection.
It symbolizes the guidance of the five protective Buddhas, channeling an energy of prosperity and clarity.
In this Obsidian Mala, it acts as a bridge between inner wisdom and material success, enhancing the talismanic dimension and energetic harmony of the jewelry.
Natural Brazilian Citrine Point – Set in 925 Silver Plated with White Gold – 55 mm × 23 mm
→ A true solar flame, this natural Brazilian Citrine point contains two smoky quartz phantoms, visible through its golden transparency.
Hand-set, it acts as the energetic apex of the Obsidian Mala: it attracts light, purifies the vibratory field, and transmutes dense energy into clear consciousness.
Citrine illuminates the depth of Obsidian, creating a perfect balance between grounding and radiance.
Mounted on a traditional Buddhist cord
→ The braiding respects the Tibetan Malakara tradition, a symbol of continuity and presence.
This Obsidian Mala connects the planes of body, breath, and spirit: a living architecture where every element—stone, metal, and symbol—participates in the circulation of inner light.
Total length of the Obsidian Mala : 39 cm
Weight : 84 g
🔬 About the appearance of “phantoms” in quartz
The “phantoms” observed in quartz are successive internal growths crystallized at different stages of the mineral's formation.
When physicochemical conditions change (temperature, pressure, silica saturation, or presence of volatile elements), crystal growth momentarily stops before resuming.
Each resumption of growth leaves a thin layer, often accentuated by inclusions of iron oxide, chlorite, or a variation in silica transparency.
In the Brazilian Citrine used for this Obsidian Mala, these phantoms are particularly visible as smoky internal silhouettes, tinted brown or light gray, resulting from traces of smoky quartz or micro-mineral inclusions.
This entirely natural phenomenon constitutes a geological memory: a three-dimensional record of time, bearing witness to the Earth's growth cycles.
These “phantoms” give the crystal a unique gemmological and symbolic value — they embody the stratification of mineral life, the persistence of light through the ages, and the slow transformation of matter into transparency.
🔬 About the formation of Obsidian and the particularity of Ice Obsidian
Obsidian is a glassy volcanic rock resulting from the extremely rapid cooling of silica-rich molten lava.
When lava, still molten at over 900 °C, comes into abrupt contact with air or water, its solidification is so immediate that crystallization cannot occur.
The result is an amorphous material, without a crystalline structure, comparable to natural glass with a smooth texture and deep polish.
It is this absence of crystals that gives obsidian its mirror surface and its symbolic density: the stone of reflection and truth.
💎 Nevada Ice Obsidian
Ice obsidian comes from volcanic formations in Nevada and Oregon, USA, where ancient flows underwent a very particular differential cooling.
Gases and water inclusions trapped in the vitreous matrix created a clearer, sometimes almost translucent, obsidian whose milky reflections resemble frosted crystals.
Its color varies from light gray to smoky black, and some pieces show areas of spectral transparency, true windows into the solidified matter of fire.
☝️ To discover all the varieties and characteristics of obsidians, including ice obsidian,
explore our complete blog post on obsidian-dragons.com by clicking on the following link : 📎 "Obsidian, formation, history, deposits, use, counterfeits and use in lithotherapy"
🛕 An artisanal Obsidian Mala – Authentic craftsmanship
This Obsidian Mala was entirely designed, assembled, and harmonized by hand, respecting Buddhist traditions and the art of Tibetan Malakara.
Every step of its creation was conceived as a meditative act: from the choice of stones to the final assembly, everything aims to instill balance, clarity, and spiritual strength into the material.
As a certified gemologist from the National Gemological Institute (ING, Paris), I personally select each Ice Obsidian bead used in this Obsidian Mala.
Their subtle translucency, where gray reflections and smoky transparencies mingle, testifies to a pure volcanic crystallization. These beads, born from the encounter between fire and silence, bear the imprint of magma transformed into light.
The natural Brazilian Citrine point, hand-set in 925 silver plated with white gold, is then precisely adjusted to respect the energetic tension of the Obsidian Mala.
This essential step guarantees the vibratory continuity between the dark depth of Obsidian and the solar clarity of Citrine, in perfect alchemical symbiosis.
This Obsidian Mala is the fruit of slow and conscious work, in contrast to industrial manufacturing.
It unites gemological rigor with silent prayer, technical mastery with spiritual intention.
This unique Obsidian Mala carries the vibration of a living work.
It has been crafted to accompany meditation, purify the mind, and stabilize the heart's energy.
It is a talisman of inner transformation, born from fire and silence, witnessing the encounter between Earth, light, and awakened consciousness.
📖 To go further
Discover our complete article on the meaning of malas and the traditions of malakara on our blog "All about the mala - Buddhist rosary"
🕯️ Spiritual symbolism and energetic function of this Obsidian Mala
This Obsidian Mala is an axis of transformation and clarity.
It connects the silent depth of the Earth to the conscious light of the Sun, uniting the telluric energy of Ice Obsidian with the golden flame of Citrine.
Each element — stone, metal, symbol, and cord — acts as a harmonic wave, a subtle architecture where matter, breath, and prayer vibrate in unison.
1️⃣ Ice Obsidian – Mirror of the subconscious and stone of inner balance
The Ice Obsidian in this Mala is the purest form of frozen fire.
Its transparency reveals the duality of light and shadow: it teaches us to fearlessly see what we repress.
In meditative practice, it acts as a mirror of the mind — a revealer of truth.
It dispels illusions, clarifies emotions, and promotes inner stability.
Wearing this Obsidian Mala means learning to listen to silence, to transform density into lucidity, and to recognize the light in the depths of the self.
2️⃣ The Citrine Point – Solar flame and awakened consciousness
The natural Brazilian Citrine, set in 925 silver plated with white gold, is the solar heart of this Obsidian Mala.
It represents mental clarity, confidence, and transmutation.
Its internal smoky quartz “phantoms” bear witness to the crystal's growth cycles — a symbol of evolving consciousness.
Energetically, Citrine activates the solar plexus chakra: it purifies, re-centers, and amplifies willpower.
Associated with Obsidian, it illuminates dark matter, creating a perfect balance between earthly grounding and inner illumination.
3️⃣ The Sak Yant Phutson Pendant – Seal of prosperity and spiritual guidance
Engraved in 925 silver, the Sak Yant Phutson bestows its talismanic power upon this Obsidian Mala.
This Yant, one of the oldest in the Thai Buddhist tradition, invokes protection and harmonious luck.
It symbolizes the blessing of the five protective Buddhas:
Akshobhya (blue) – wisdom of the mirror, inner stability
Vairocana (white) – wisdom of luminous emptiness
Amitabha (red) – wisdom of compassion
Amoghasiddhi (green) – wisdom of right action
Ratnasambhava (yellow) – wisdom of equanimity and spiritual wealth.
This silver seal acts as a channel of light, stabilizing the practitioner's vibrational field and attracting just prosperity.
4️⃣ The Gold-Plated Copper Counter-Beads – Balance and circulation of Qi
The three 18K gold-plated copper counter-beads of this Obsidian Mala symbolize the breath of the inner world.
Copper channels the flow of Qi and connects the yin and yang polarities, while gold radiates solar consciousness.
These golden beads embody the passage of energy through subtle planes, reminding us that true spiritual ascent is lived in matter, not outside of it.
Each mantra cycle in this Obsidian Mala is a pulsation of the universal breath.
5️⃣ The Buffalo Horn Guru – Memory of life and continuity of breath
The Guru, carved from buffalo horn, is the living center of the Obsidian Mala.
It represents the memory of cycles, patience, and the quiet wisdom of life.
In Buddhist tradition, this bead marks the end and the beginning of the prayer circle—it is the breath between the exhalation of the world and the inspiration of the soul.
It connects prayer to nature, human to animal, density to consciousness.
6️⃣ The Traditional Buddhist Cord – Axis of the five wisdoms
The cord of the Obsidian Mala, braided according to Buddhist tradition, unites the five sacred colors of the Dhyani Buddhas.
It connects each obsidian bead to a quality of awakening, harmonizing the entire energetic field.
Blue, white, red, green, and yellow form a woven mandala of wisdom: a living breath between Earth and Sky.
🌗 Energetic synthesis of this Obsidian Mala
This Obsidian Mala forms a field of unity between shadow and light, grounding and expansion, silence and radiance.
The Ice Obsidian acts as a mirror, the Citrine as a flame, the copper as a conductor, and the Sak Yant as a seal of protection.
Together, they create a complete energetic structure: a bridge between the density of matter and the clarity of consciousness.
This Obsidian Mala accompanies meditation, protects practice, and teaches that all true light is born from controlled inner fire.
✨ An instrument of light and inner transmutation
This Obsidian Mala is an axis of transformation, a tool for alignment between matter and spirit.
Each component contributes to the same work: that of awakened consciousness.
This Obsidian Mala acts as an inner mirror.
It helps to recognize shadows to better transmute them into light, to purify the mind to reveal the clarity of the heart.
It teaches quiet lucidity, that silent strength born of controlled fire and clear vision.
Wearing or using this Obsidian Mala is to resonate with the primordial energy of the world—that which does not lie, that which illuminates silently.
Its protective and harmonizing energy guides meditation, recenters the breath, and strengthens inner stability.
It connects the power of volcanic fire to the transparency of solar consciousness, offering the practitioner a path of unity between grounding, wisdom, and radiance.
This Obsidian Mala becomes the tool for a spiritual journey: one where light is no longer sought outside, but revealed in the very heart of matter.
It is a talisman of awakening, a prayer of stone and fire, a companion for those who walk the path of knowledge, peace, and inner transformation.
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