Vtg Japanese Buddhist Prayer Beads Juzu w/ Wooden Box
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist prayer rosary bracelet, Juzu. It is made of white and light orange beads and transparent beads. The whole chain is held together by a white string going through the transparent main bead to which are attached two purple tassels.
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).
- White, light orange, purple
- Resin, glass
- C1990
- Item weight: 17 grams
- Packed weight: 150 grams
- Approx. measurements:
- Beads: 0.6 cm, 0.5 cm, 0.8 cm
- Total diameter: 9.5 cm
- Total length: 20 cm
- 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
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