Held in Balance — Lava & Howlite Paracord Catholic Rosary (5 Decade)

Lava Stone beads — 15 mm
Howlite beads — 12 mm
Paracord binding
Stainless Steel Crucifix

Rosary: 5-Decade Rosary
Total length: approx. 64 cm
Drop length: approx. 22 cm
Crucifix: approx. 8 cm

Held in Balance — Lava & Howlite Paracord Catholic Rosary (5 Decade) by Polmadeva is created through contrast and balance — a meeting of depth and clarity carried through the body.

The circular loop establishes continuity, while the descent toward the crucifix introduces direction — a quiet movement from intention toward devotion.

Lava stone beads form the foundation of the rosary.
Born through fire and pressure, lava carries the memory of formation under powerful natural forces.
Its porous surface engages the hand through texture and weight, grounding prayer in physical presence and steady rhythm.

Between them, white Howlite stones introduce clarity and calm.
Their lighter tone creates moments of visual pause within the darker volcanic body of the beads, bringing equilibrium to the movement of the rosary.

Together, lava and howlite form a dialogue of strength and composure — weight balanced with light.

The rosary is bound with durable paracord, tightly knotted to preserve structure and spacing.
Each knot maintains rhythm and continuity, supporting prayer through tactile engagement.

The rosary concludes with a stainless steel crucifix depicting the crucified Christ.

Its form carries clarity and presence.
The extended figure marks the meeting point between endurance and devotion.

The polished steel surface reflects light across the cross, emphasizing its balanced lines and proportions.
Within the rosary, the crucifix becomes the point where repetition gathers direction and prayer settles into presence.

Held in the hand, its form supports the closing movement of prayer — steady, grounded, and complete.

This rosary is held, worn, or carried.
Its presence supports prayer through rhythm, touch, and repetition, allowing each moment to unfold with calm attention.

Each Polmadeva creation is handcrafted.
When a piece asks for a personal meaning, a custom creation can be shaped upon request.