{"product_id":"pure-copper-devi-kalash-ghot","title":"Pure Copper Devi Kalash\/Ghot","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Devi ghot, or puja kalash, made of pure copper in a warm reddish-brown finish, in three sizes from 7.5 to 9 inches tall. It has a rounded body on a pedestal foot and a wide, flared rim to hold mango leaves and a coconut. It is made for ghata sthapana during Navratri and Durga Puja, and for daily puja at home or in the temple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e pure copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 x 5 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 inches tall, 5 inches wide, 814 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 x 4 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 inches tall, 4 inches wide, 658 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7.5 x 4 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 inches tall, 4 inches wide, 554 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e rounded body, pedestal foot and wide flared rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e reddish brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on the finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e because the kalash is pure copper, it begins to oxidise as soon as it meets air and moisture. The piece you receive may look less shiny, or a little darker, than in the photographs. This natural patina is a sign of pure, untreated copper rather than a defect, and the shine can be brought back at any time (see Care below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing a size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7.5 x 4 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e the compact size, for a small home mandir or daily puja\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 x 4 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e taller and slender, for a medium altar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 x 5 inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e the largest and heaviest, with the fullest body, for ghata sthapana, a larger altar or the temple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGhata sthapana:\u003c\/strong\u003e installed on the first day of Navratri and Durga Puja to invoke the Devi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurna kumbha:\u003c\/strong\u003e filled with water, crowned with mango leaves and a coconut for pujas, griha pravesh and auspicious ceremonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily puja:\u003c\/strong\u003e holding water for abhishek and offerings at the home mandir or temple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure copper naturally darkens over time. To restore its shine, rub it with lemon and salt, or tamarind, then rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry it fully after washing to prevent water spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid harsh detergents and steel scrubbers, which scratch the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Devi ghot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGhot (ghata) is the vessel used to invoke the Devi during Navratri, Durga Puja, Kali Puja and Lakshmi Puja. It is filled with water and crowned with mango leaves, and is worshipped as the seat of the Goddess for the duration of the puja.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this kalash pure copper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is made of pure copper, the metal traditionally preferred for puja vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes does the kalash come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes: 9 inches tall and 5 inches wide (814 g), 9 inches tall and 4 inches wide (658 g), and 7.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide (554 g).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size is best for Navratri at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ghata sthapana, the 9 x 5 inch kalash gives the fullest presence, with room for mango leaves and a coconut. The 7.5 x 4 inch suits a small home mandir and daily puja.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does my kalash look less shiny than in the photos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure copper reacts with air and moisture and forms a natural layer of oxidation, so the kalash can look darker or less shiny than in the photographs, and will keep darkening with time. This is normal for pure copper; lemon and salt, or tamarind, will bring back its shine whenever you like.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Svarnagarbha","offers":[{"title":"7.5 x 4 inch","offer_id":67881345581226,"sku":null,"price":3739.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 x 4 inch","offer_id":67881345548458,"sku":null,"price":4539.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 x 5 inch","offer_id":67665367761066,"sku":null,"price":5639.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6208\/9898\/files\/PureCopperDeviKalash_Ghot-1.jpg?v=1794292827","url":"https:\/\/svarnagarbha.com\/products\/pure-copper-devi-kalash-ghot","provider":"Svarnagarbha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}