RUDRAKSHA WITH CRYSTAL MALA BEADS - 108 BEADS Our Rudraksha Mala with Crystal features 108 alternating beads, with Meru Bead and tassle. Made in the holy city of Varanasi, India, each Rudraksha bead has 5 faces, and is known as pancha mukhi. The crystal beads are known as SPHATIKA, and are very auspicious. Rudraksha beads are typically worn by Yogis and are said to protect the wearer.