From Buddhist Monks, surviving 'fondling' beads, 'worry beads' etc. They are actually from malas, and used in chant counts, meditations, etc. Largest, of deep red, gem quality amber, each, just under 1", the nine beads now as a large bracelet size The other of smaller beads, the 22 are bright cherry amber making a generous sized bracelet, the 'head 'adjusting bead has been split and attached back to facilitate it necessary triple drilled cord passages. Both smooth and tactile from long use, fine condition.