Bring an authentic touch of Tibetan spirituality to your mala with this hand-carved yak bone guru bead. Traditionally known as the “Guru Bead” or “teacher bead,” this unique, natural focal bead marks the starting point of prayer and meditation cycles, symbolizing wisdom, compassion, and the sacred teacher-student connection in Tibetan Buddhist practice. • Material: Genuine yak bone from the Himalayan region • Hand-carved by Tibetan artisans • Features the rare “shark back” (vertebra style) shape, highly valued in traditional mala making • Smooth surface with beautiful natural bone patina and color variations • Approximate size: see photos for scale • Large central hole for easy stringing as a focal bead in malas or prayer necklaces Whether you are assembling a new set of prayer beads or replacing a special guru bead, this distinctive yak bone bead will add spiritual meaning, history, and cultural authenticity to your jewelry or collection.
