This Ereshkigal prayer bead bracelet in onyx consists of thirteen beads; at the end of the string is an additional bead and a pendant, a symbol representing the goddess: a crowned skull, a reminder of her sovereignty over the dead.
This piece is a smaller, lighter, more easily wearable version of my pocket prayer beads and comes with the same prayer.
The bracelet is made from 8mm black onyx gemstone beads, separated by gold-toned metal spacer beads and glass seed beads to provide a comfortable transition from one bead to the next and to make the piece lightweight, supple and easy to handle. It is approximately 7.5 inches (19cm) long with a 2-inch (5cm) chain to adjust for size and fit; it adjusts from 7.5-9.5 inches (19-23cm) in length and fits most 7.5-9.5" wrists.
The bracelet is designed to be worn and used in prayer or meditation, but may also be used to decorate an altar or shrine, or to adorn a statue.
The beads come with a prayer to Ereshkigal, and with a cotton muslin bag for storage.
You can, of course, use the beads with any prayers, or for any god or gods, that you choose or that resonate with you.
