Bead beads are made of a great variety of materials, including the following types:
Wooden beads. Common woods include small-leaf rosewood, Hainan yellow rosewood incense wood, red pine wood and cliff cypress. Bead strings made of these materials not only have unique colors and textures, but may also
emit a distinctive fragrance.
Bodhi. Including vajra bodhi, star moon bodhi and phoenix eye bodhi, these bodhi seeds are carefully polished
and pierced, and are commonly used to make Buddha beads, which have religious and cultural values.
Jade. Such as jadeite , agate , and Hetian jade , etc. Bead strings made of these materials have a warm texture
and brilliant color, and are regarded as auspicious objects with the function of warding off and repelling evil
spirits.
Gemstones. Including turquoise , beeswax, etc., bead strings made of these materials have special meanings and
effects in Buddhism.
Metals. Such as gold, silver, copper, etc., as well as some special metal materials such as giant clams , glaze ,
etc., the metal bead strings give people a sense of nobility and solemnity.
Natural stone. Such as agate, quartz, amethyst and so on, have unique energy and beautiful appearance.
Artificial stones. Including quartz sand, synthetic crystals, hot-pressed synthetic stones, artificial amber, etc., which
are relatively more affordable.
Glass. Includes clear glass, colored glass, and bead-encrusted glass for a translucent, vibrant appearance.
Plastic. Includes resin, acrylic, silicone, etc., inexpensive and in a variety of colors ref.
Ceramic . Has a smooth, rounded surface with random color halos.
In addition, there are bamboo and wood (such as rosewood, camphor, etc.), coral, and other types (such as glass, giant clams, etc.). The choice of bead strings not only depends on the material, but also involves personal preference, budget and cultural background.
