Karungali Malai (Copper wire) with Vel Peacock Pendant

Murugan's Vel and his peacock Paravani, cast together on one pendant — courage and grace, carried on grounding Karungali wood.

This malai features a detailed Vel (spear) and Peacock pendant on genuine Karungali (black ebony) beads hand-strung on copper wire. The Vel represents the destruction of ignorance and triumph of knowledge, while the peacock, Murugan's vahana, signifies the conquering of ego.

Meaning and tradition

The following associations are part of spiritual tradition.

• The Vel is worn for courage, clarity of mind, and overcoming obstacles
• The peacock is associated with transforming negativity into spiritual wisdom
• Karungali wood is traditionally used to nullify negative vibrations and dispel the evil eye
• A favourite for those seeking a breakthrough in career or personal challenges

Authenticity details

comes with a Government Lab Certificate for the original ebony wood — download it here.

Product details

• Origin: Southern India
• Size: 33cm, 54 beads
• Finish: Copper wire
• Ideal for: Men & Women
• Ideal day to begin wearing: Monday

Government-certified original Karungali, hand-strung with care.

The peacock's tail detail catches easily on knitwear and loose weaves, so put this malai on after your top layer rather than before. Store it in its own pouch instead of a shared jewellery box, since copper picks up scratches from harder metals resting against it.

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