Mala lapis lazuli bracelet

Mala lapis lazuli bracelet

This mala lapis lazuli bracelet is full of history. We created it in collaboration with Mahesh, one of our artisan-partners, in the heart of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The bracelet is composed of small beads of lapis lazuli, deep blue and a lotus flower.

Symbolic of the lotus flower

The lotus flower represents a Buddhist metaphor. This beautiful flower blossoms in the middle of swamps, which represents the possibility for any individual to reach enlightenment, whatever his or her starting environment. The lotus draws its beauty from the darkness of the mud, which makes a reference to the Buddha who decided to give up his life of prince after seeing the old age and the death of his eyes. The lotus flower can symbolize the path of enlightenment:
• roots, purely material and below the surface of the water.
• leaves that open with the day above the surface of the water.
• Finally, the majestic flower that emerges from the heart and could be assimilated to enlightenment.

The properties of lapis lazuli

In lithotherapy lapis lazuli is a symbol of gaiety and harmony. It is a stone of love and friendship, which creates around its owner an aura of tenderness and sympathy. Lapis is particularly recommended for nervous people, on whom it has a calming action. Lapis provides a good sleep and develops intuition.

Colors: Indigo blue to sea blue, sometimes speckled with white (calcite) or golden glitter (pyrite)
Chemical composition: Silicate sulfur of aluminum and sodium.
Chakras: chakras of the third eye and the summit.

Fair trade

Omyoki is committed to a fundamental approach, all our jewelry is made and sold in a fair trade environment. We work with talented craftsmen, with whom a unique relationship has been established. Each workshop was visited to ensure working conditions and a fair remuneration is paid.

Our humanitarian commitment

Because we need to be meaningfull, because we care about those developing countries, we commit ourselves by donating 1000 € per year to humanitarian projects in the Himalayan regions, through the NGO Karuna Sheshen. In addition to this, 3% of each jewel that YOU purchase is donated to this organization and you contribute directly to support local people. This is the case, even during private sales and promotions. We haven't increased our prices because of this coomitment and do not intend to. We are aiming at fair prices for a fair trade and to support ethical fashion.

Characteristics of lapis lazuli mala bracelet

• Bracelet in lapis lazuli
• Size: 20 cm, elastic
• 30 beads of 6 mm + 1 pearl lotus
• Delivered in its handmade silk and cotton pouch in Nepal
• Handmade jewel in Nepal
• Fair trade

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