2.75 inches in diameter
This includes one Large set of 8 Auspicious Symbol Tingshas etched/engraved into each cymbal. These eight Auspicious symbols of Buddhism are:
1). A Conch Shell
2). A Lotus
3). A Wheel
4). A Parasol (Umbrella)
5). An Endless Knot
6). A Pair of Golden Fish
7). A Banner Proclaiming Victory
8). A Treasure Vase
Tibetan Tingsha chimes are traditionally used by Tibetan Buddhists to mark the beginning and end of meditation. They are also used by a Buddhist master to bring a student back into focus when his mind wanders during meditation. Our chimes are made in Nepal of an alloy of bronze, iron and zinc.
The sound is penetrating and purposely dissonant unlike the harmonic overtones of the Tibetan singing bowls.