| Title | पीतल की घंटियाँ - Peetal Ki Ghantiyaan (Brass Bells)पीतल की घंटियाँ Peetal Ki Ghantiyaan |
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| Description | पीतल की घंटियाँ - Peetal Ki Ghantiyaan (Brass Bells) are musical instruments made from brass, an alloy of copper and zinc. They are used in Hindu temples for ritualistic purposes, creating resonant tones during prayers and ceremonies. |
| Tags | पीतल Peetal Brass घंटी Ghanti Bell Temple Ritual |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-088034056-20-11-25-PA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/brass-bells |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/brass-bells |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Metal Alloy Copper Alloy |
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| Regions | India Nepal Tibet |
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| Time Periods | Ancient times Medieval Period CE Modern |
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| Sources | Metal foundries Brass workshops |
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| Properties | Density: 8400-8700 kg/m³ Melting point: 900-940 °C Tensile strength: 300-600 MPa Acoustic properties |
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| Uses | Ritualistic instruments Temple bells Decorative elements |
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| Materials | लोहा - Lohā (Iron) for clappers लकड़ी - Lakdi (Wood) for handles |
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| Styles | Temple architecture |
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| Categories | Temple |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| The Metallurgy of Bells | Book | Brass bell composition and acoustics |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai | Secondary | Flooring | 100% |