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Vtg Japanese Buddhist Prayer Beads Juzu w/ Wooden Box This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist prayer rosary bracelet, Juzu . It is made of ebony beads as well as two gemstones beads. The whole chain is held together by a black string braided at the base of the main bead . This bracelet comes with the original box. Japanese Buddhist rosary bracelets ( Juzu or Nenju ) are used for daily religious practices as well as at funerals and other Buddhist ceremonies. When using a rosary, hold it in your left hand. When you pray, put your hands together and place the prayer beads between your index finger and thumb. If the rosary is long, hold it in two rows. (How to hold varies by denomination). Dark brown, black Ebony, black agate, wood C1970 Some characters: 品質保証 hinshitsu hosho quality assurance, 京念珠 kyo-nenju Kyoto nenju beads, 縞黒檀 shima-kokutan Makassar ebony, 縞瑪瑙入 shima-menou iri with (black) agate Item weight: 148 grams Packed weight: 348 grams Approx. measurements: Beads: 1 cm, 1.3 cm, 1.8 cm Total diameter: 12 cm Total length: 31 cm Box: 28 cm long x 7.5 cm wide x 3 cm tall Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully. This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan Shipping : Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping. About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.