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Set of seven singing bowls

Above is a set of seven singing bowls.  size 7 (largest) measures 28.5 cm and weighs 2.2 kg and size 1 (smallest) measures 19 cm and weighs 0.9 kg  The full set weighs 10.5 kg Although sizes and weight vary slightly the above set is a good example of how they come. Each bowl comes with a "stick". The sizes vary depending on the size of the bowl.  Please note that the "sticks" are new.  Our singing bowls come by piece or by sets. For more information please see the "singing bowl" page.

A complete set from Ladakh

The below pectoral, crown and bracelets are from Ladakh. On a thick coton base are sewn semi-precious stones such as cornelian, turquoise, coral, agate and mother-of-pearls as well as silver ornaments. This complete set is very original, impressive and decorative.  It can not go unnoticed. pectoral, crown and bracelets can be sold as a set or separately

Singing bowls from the Himalayas

  Singing bowls  are used as a support for meditation,  trance-induction and prayer, as well as for  relaxation, healthcare and personal well-being . Antique singing bowls are made of an alloy of seven metals :  Gold for the Sun Silver for the Moon Mercury for Mercury Copper for Venus Iron for Mars Tin for Jupiter   Lead for Saturn   To make a singing bowl "sing" one must rest the bowl in the palm of the hand and rub the rim with a wooden or leather wrapped singing bowl striker, the rim of th e singing bowl then vibrates to produce a calming sound or hum. To do this you will need concentration and practise, in my case "alot" of practise.The sound produced by this friction will be more or less high or low pitched, depending on the size of the bowl. Antique singing bowls are highly prized and collected worldwide, this due to their fine craftsmanship and remarkable sound. The aging process greatly improves the tone, producing an incredibly rich and b...