I bought this over 10 years ago at a Buddhist prayer bead shop in Kyoto. The original price was around 29,000 yen. I've kept it stored away without ever using it. I'm offering it at a great price, less than half the original value. It's a mysterious bead with a mix of various natural stones. I think it's a rare and unusual design. For women. The amethyst is beautiful. It comes in a paulownia wood box. The tassel has a slight bend, but it can be straightened with steam. Yu-packet post shipping.