Made in Nepal. This is a singing bowl, one of the Tibetan Buddhist ritual implements. It is used for purification and healing through its sound. You can listen to the sound on YouTube: Singing Bowl (Katsuma) 982g. Beautiful sounds can be made just by tapping it, but rubbing the rim with the included stick will produce a resonant sound. The overtones' vibrations are believed to heal the mind and body, and have a healing effect. Our bowls are particular about the resonance, sustain, and sound quality, and have been well-received by customers and healers. This is a one-of-a-kind item with hand-applied patterns. For care, avoid chemicals as they may cause the color to fade; simply wipe gently with a cloth. ~Meaning of the Singing Bowl Patterns~ *Center: Katsuma... The five-pronged vajra, considered the crystallization of the Buddha's power. It is a purification implement where the five vajras intersect. *Sides: Om Mani Padme Hum... The true mantra representing the compassion of Avalokiteshvara (Kannon Bosatsu). It eliminates karma, receives the blessings of Kannon, and brings happiness. *Back: Buddha's Eye... Dispels evil spirits with the wisdom of the Buddha's eye. *Size* Diameter: 14.2 cm Maximum belly: 16.5 cm Depth: 7.6 cm 982 grams Stick: 19 cm