Chinese Antiques Finest Chinese Golden-Thread Phoebe Tang Wood Prayer Beads Size: Outer circumference: Approximately 30 cm Inner circumference: Approximately 20 cm Bead diameter: 2 cm Made with extremely valuable wood. These are 12 prayer beads (including one parent bead) made from golden-thread phoebe wood. From ancient times, it has been believed to ward off evil, bring good fortune, and improve luck, making it a very auspicious item.