What is the difference between Nepalese beads and Javanese beads?

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Dear Jdanielsean,

Some of the normal sized or small Java beads may exhibit fainter lines between faces but not all. These are japa mala beads between 10mm to 12mm. Bigger Collector sized Java beads have more prominent lines. Say if you possess both a japa mala and an Akarshaya Siddh Mala in Java beads, you will be able to tell the difference of normal size (small) to large size Java Collector.

Nepal beads are rarer than Java beads, heavier and bigger, hence the higher price.

Om Namah Shivaya

, "jdanielsean" wrote:>> Besides smaller in size, I also notice the lines separating the faces are not very clear in Javanese beads. (I notice this in the pictures posted). Is my assumption correct?> > Why is Nepalese bead more expensive?> > Thank you.>