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
Patina and jade-like translucency—which appears first on Rudraksha (large)?
Patina and jade-like transformation—which comes first for large Rudraksha? People who work with large Rudraksha often ta
Unevenly patinated Rudraksha (large): how to even out the color and bring it back
The Big Kong has been polished, and the color can still be restored. If the polishing is uneven, with some parts darker
What's the difference between a single-ringed old tree king and an ordinary little golden king?
What is the difference between a single-loop Old Tree King and an ordinary Rudraksha (small)? When beginners pick a Rudr
Admire a pair of old Rudraksha malas that have been through the breaking-in (patina process) for seven years, with thick patina and a jade-like finish.
Appreciation of a 7-year-old mala (prayer beads)Recently, many friends have been asking me how to start with a new mala
This Rudraksha mala has been through the breaking-in (patina process) for half a year, and the color change is already very noticeable.
Half-year transformation recordThis mala in my hand was picked out from a pile of seeds back then, and I never expected
My friend's Rudraksha mala has been through the breaking-in (patina process) for a year; I'm comparing it with mine.
One-year mala comparisonToday I was tidying up a drawer and came across some old photos. I compared them with the mala I
This Rudraksha mala took two years to turn from yellow skin to Oxford red through the breaking-in (patina process).
Oxford red transformationLooking back at the photos from when I first got it and comparing to now, I can barely believe
This Rudraksha has only been through the breaking-in (patina process) for three months, and it has already started to develop a glossy sheen.
Three-Month TransformationSome hobbyists said they want to see real changes during the breaking-in (patina process), not
Can customized Rudraksha be made into Tibetan-style slices? How is the result?
Tibetan Style CustomizationOver the years of doing customization, the most common questions I get are about various deta
