This powerful and protective piece of yogic and spiritual jewllery is made from the sacred Rudraksha seed. These seeds are grown on the Rudraksha tree found in India and many parts of Asia. Rudraksha are very rare and precious. Spiritually they have been worn and used for puja and meditation by Hindus and Buddhists for many centuries. They are considered to be very holy and healing in their effect on the owner or wearer. The name Rudraksha stems from Hindu mythology and means :the eyes of Shiva". It is widely believed that the god mediated on the welfare of mankind. He emerged crying tears of compassion, peace and joy. The tears upon hitting the earth crystallized to form these trees. Medicinally they are known to heal many of the mind and body ailments. They are cooling when worn against the skin and reduce heart disease and lower blood pressure. They increase mental clarity and improve memory and general awareness. They help to quiet the mind and free it from negative thought. Rudraksha increase immunity, energy and stamina with rejuvenating qualities. Pearls symbolise purity and simulate the mind in clarity and wisdom. They enhance personal integrity and helps to focus the wearers attention. Pearls have been said to increase fertility and ease childbirth. They increase physical vitality.