Hindu Brass Kara Om Namah Shivay Mantra engraved Smooth Kada Bangle Bracelet Kara Design Ref: P3Width of Kara is approx. 6mmThickness is approx. 6mmWeight approx. 45-65g (Variable due to different sizes) It depicts 22ct Gold Look Om Namo Shivaey is beautifully engraved by Laser on the outer circumference of this kara as shown in photos and inside side is plain and smooth - non allergic to skin.Mantra in Hindi which is engarved on Kara is written below with its English Translation and Roman TransliterationOm Namah Shivaya (?? ??? ?????)Om Namah Shivaya (Devanagari: ? ??? ?????; IAST: Om Nama? ?iv?ya) is one of the most popular Hindu mantras and the most important mantra in Shaivism. Namah Shivaya means "O salutations to the auspicious one!", or ?adoration to Lord Shiva". It is called Siva Panchakshara, or Shiva Panchakshara or simply Panchakshara meaning the "five-syllable" mantra (viz., excluding the Om) and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This Mantra appears as 'Na' 'Ma' '?i' 'V?' and 'Ya' in the Shri Rudram hymn which is a part of the Krishna Yajurveda and also in the Rudrashtadhyayi which is a part of the Shukla Yajurveda Colour of this Kara will not fade and will stay same for life. However, it does require polishing/cleaning with Brasso Polish Occasionally. Kara can also be cleaned with kitchen towel to remove dirt and retain shine. Kara sizes written in Variation list are the inner diameter of the kara in centimetres. If you are not sure of your bangle size please message and we send you photos showing how to find your kara size.Brilliant finish and very decorative. Ideal gift item for loved ones on all occasions. P.S. Colour of item may slightly vary due to camera flash and light conditions. Some Karas may have negligible small black grinding mark on the kara joint. This is always seen on all kara from Amritsar as most of the Kara making/shaping work is done by hands with traditional methods. However, this will not affect the quality/look of Kara. Main Material/ Metal: Brass Ethnic Regional Style: Asian Type: Bangles Main Colour: Silver and Gold MPN: P3 Gender: Unisex Country/Region of Manufacture: India Modified Item: No Certification: OnlineSikhStore Main Stone: No Stone