Important information about Rudraksha Beads-
There are two main types of beads available in the market, termed or classified according to their place of of origin.
- Indonesian Rudraksha – These Rudraksha beads are very small in size , the demarcating stripes termed as ‘ mukhis’ are not as distinctly visible, they are less pronounced or obvious as compared to their Nepali counterparts. It’s believed that they are also slow in delivering the required results. Their effectiveness isn’t immediately felt , because of the smaller size.
- Nepali Rudraksha – These Rudraksha beads are much larger in size also the stripes or lines demarcating the larger surface area are more obvious even to the naked eye. The lines go deeper into the surface of the Rudraksha. The color of these beads varies from light brown to dark brown.
The Nepali Rudraksha beads are classified into 3 categories as per their sizes –
- Regular sizes which are used for beaded necklaces, these are about 1 or 1.5 cm in width and /or length. This is about half an inch the markets are flooded with such beads.
- Beads which are medium sized or nearing 3/4th of an inch, which are collector beads. These sizes are not easily available, hence they are sold at a higher price.
- Beads which are about an inch or more in size are extremely rare pieces. They are termed as ‘Super Collectors’ Items’. Owing to their scarce availability , and higher demand they are sold at a premium price.
We at ‘ Sahastraaksha’ boast of having a whole collection as super collector beads.
AS PER OUR PURANAS AND SCRIPTURE , THOSE BEADS ARE THE BEST WHICH ARE OF THE SIZE OF A AMLA FRUIT OR BIGGER. THESE BEADS ARE MOSTLY ROUNDED IN SHAPE, IN THE LOWER NUMBER OF MUKHIS (STRIPES) UP TO 16 MUKHIS, LATER THEY BECOME MORE OBLONG AS THE MUKHIS OR STRIPES INCREASE. THIS MEANS THE NUMBER OF DEMARCATIONS ARE IS HIGHER, ALSO THE STRIPES OR LINES NATURALLY CUT DEEPER INTO THE SURFACE OF THE BEAD. THAT IS HOW THEY ARE ORGANICALLY FORMED. WE AT SAHASTRAAKSHA, HAVE THE EXACT AFOREMENTIONED QUALITIES IN OUR COLLECTION.