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Prayer beads

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925 Sterling Silver Prayer Beads

Prayer beads have accompanied believers for centuries through prayer and meditation — as a tactile aid that provides focus and rhythm. Our collection includes several prayer beads made of 925 sterling silver: Catholic rosaries and Orthodox prayer beads (chotki). Some are refined with the niello technique, which gives the beads and links their characteristic black-and-silver contrast.

Rosary & Chotki — two traditions, one material

The rosary, with its 59 beads, is the central prayer tool of the Catholic tradition. The Orthodox chotki (also called komboskini) traditionally consists of 33, 50, or 100 knots or beads and is used for the Jesus Prayer. You will find both forms here in sterling silver — durable, wearable, and suitable as a gift across all denominations.

Occasions & Target Groups

Baptism & Communion — a rosary as a first personal prayer item
Name Day & Easter — a gift with spiritual depth
Meditation — the tactile guidance of beads supports inner peace
Collectors — silver niello prayer beads as rare pieces with cultural value

Care for your prayer beads

Since prayer beads are regularly held in the hand, the silver may tarnish faster. Occasionally polish the beads with a soft silver polishing cloth. Niello decorations are particularly durable and require no special care. When not in use, keep the beads in a soft pouch to avoid scratches.

Frequently asked questions about 925 silver prayer beads

What is the difference between a rosary and a chotki?
The rosary is the Catholic prayer tool with 59 beads, divided into five decades. The Orthodox chotki has 33, 50, or 100 beads and serves the meditative Jesus Prayer. Both forms serve the same purpose: concentration in prayer.

Are the prayer beads made of real silver?
Yes, all prayer beads are made of 925 sterling silver. Depending on the model, they are additionally refined with niello — a metal alloy that is permanently fused into the silver.

Is a prayer bead necklace suitable as a gift?
Sterling silver prayer beads are a personal gift for baptisms, communions, name days, or Easter. They combine spiritual significance with a durable material.

What is niello?
Niello is a black inlay that is fused into engraved lines, ground flush, and polished – like ink in silver. The inlay bonds permanently with the base silver — unmistakable in its contrast.

Can I have an engraving added to the prayer beads?
For selected models, engraving on the cross or a medallion is possible. Feel free to ask our customer service if interested — we will advise you on the options.