Keeping up with breaking-in Rudraksha (large) for a year brought more rewards than I expected
After a year of breaking-in (patina process) on Rudraksha (large), the rewards exceeded expectations. I got this Rudraks
Old Tree King 108 beads are losing color—dyed or normal?
The 108-bead Old Tree King mala is losing color—is it dyed or normal? With 108 beads, the color loss looks more obvious,
How to assess collectible value? Don't judge Rudraksha (large) only by the number of mukhis
收藏**怎么看？大金刚别只看瓣数。说到大金刚的收藏**，很多人**反应是看瓣数，瓣数越多越值钱。其实瓣数只是表面，真正决定收藏**的，是另几样东西。收藏看什么收藏看什么：皮质、密度、纹路、桩型，这几样才是硬指标。皮质油润密度高，盘出来效果好…
The single-loop Old Tree King mala has faded. Is it dyed or normal?
The single-loop Old Tree King mala is losing color. Is it dyed or normal? When a mala loses color, beginners tend to pan
Should I move to the next breaking-in stage for a Rudraksha (large) with a rough feel?
If your large Rudraksha feels rough to the touch, is it time to switch stages? As you keep working the mala, the feel su
What is a reasonable price for a fine-grained 108-bead long mala?
What is a reasonable price for a fine-texture 108 long mala? The fine-texture craft is meticulous, and with 108 beads th
It has quite a strong smell—is this normal for new Rudraksha (large) seeds?
Is a strong smell normal for new Rudraksha (large) seeds? When you get a new mala, you might notice a scent when you bri
Don't Panic When Alkaline Bloom Appears—Here's How to Treat a Smooth, Fine Single-Loop Mala
平细单圈实惠不贵，新手入门常选，很多人问，返碱了别慌，平细单圈这样处理，这个问题问的人多，一次说清楚。返碱是什么返碱是什么？新串的籽表面会析出一层灰白的物质，像碱一样，叫返碱。这是籽的正常反应，不是质量问题，也不是串*了。返碱多出现在缝隙和…
If Your Rudraksha (large) Develops a Dark Brown Patina, It's Most Likely Because This Step Wasn't Done Well
If your Rudraksha (large) has turned soy-sauce brown, chances are this step was not done properly. You were hoping for a
What is a reasonable price for an Old Tree King 108-bead long strand?
What is a reasonable price for a 108-bead long mala of Old Tree King? With 108 beads, the price is higher than a single-
