This singing bowl is a special bowl, which is made of seven metals, i.e. gold, silver, copper, iron, tin, lead, and zinc. All the metal used has a specific purpose and represent the sun and the moon and other planets. This bowl can be used for meditation, music, and chakra cleansing. A leather striker is included with this singing bowl and this bowl was hand-hammered in Nepal. This bowl is truly hand made in a traditional way at singing-bowl house . Due to handmade bowl,the surface have several marked of hammered on it.The bowl have long lasting tune which create totally peaceful environment around you . who are looking for real handmade bowl from Himalaya will not be disappointing by this bowl. About D-Chakra, D and D# are associated with the sacral chakra. Located at the lower abdomen, the color of this chakra is orange and peach. Issues are related to the inner child, sexuality, and emotions. Sense is taste. Disharmony of this chakra manifests as diabetes, cancer, kidney and spleen disorders, repression, fear, inhibitions, lethargy, negativity, indigestion. Emotions associated with this chakra include anxiety and well being. The function is health and it is often represented by a pyramid. The endocrine influence is on the liver, spleen, and pancreas. Associated with the element of water and the signs of Gemini and Cancer and the planet is Jupiter. All orange gemstones are related to this chakra. Essential oils are patchouli, sandalwood, and lavender. Quality is energy MEASURMENT This is handcrafted bowl therefore please note that each one might have slight variations in measurement. Diameter: 11 inch Height : 4.5 inch Weight : 2481 gram(only bowl ) (2787.5 grams with striker and cushion)