Comes with a certificate issued by Takita Shoten which is proof of the quality of the Takita Shoten brand. This is a formal prayer beads for men for Sodo Do. Uses 7mm red tiger eye beads. Comes with a tassel of pure silk. Prayer beads are shipped in a paulownia box. Red tiger eye, also known as the Red Tiger Eye, is said to be a stone that repels evil objects and brings good luck. It is said to develop insight and decisions, lead things to success, and improve fortune and work luck. The tassels are made of genuine Kyoto silk cord tassels made with 2 color strings. "This style prayer bead" is a formal prayer beads that have a shape determined by each Buddhist section. Please choose your Buddhist prayer beads as a symbol of Buddhism. Prayer beads are the most close buddha tool to wear during funerals, memorial services, and graves. It is said that if you always hold it and hold your hands to the Buddha will disappear and gain the best virtues. Prayer beads are a treasured Buddhist tool that holds in your hands and is a must have for Buddhism.