Bead size roughly 8mm
Shungite is an absorber of negative energy, removing it from a person or even an entire space.
It's said to transform stress and negative emotions into positive energy, while at the same time keeping the user grounded and protected.
Shungite is noncrystalline rock that comes from a village called Shun’ga in Russia. This lovely black mineral may have dated as far back as two billion years ago.
Please note that Shungite is over 90% carbon so sometimes the raw pieces can leave a black residue, the polished pieces generally don't unless you rub them hard or get them wet, but it's this high level of carbon that makes them so special so we're not complaining (it is a sign of the authenticity of the product).