The sound from a ringing bell is supposed to drown any other offending or disturbing noises surrounding the area of worship. When one rings the bell, it is done with the following thoughts "I greet you with the ringing of the bell and with the wish that you remain in my thoughts and that I may be cleansed and protected from evil thoughts or deeds".
Design: Made of pure german silver with fine finish.
Dimensions: 1.6 inches (L) x 1.6 inches (W) x 3.5 inches (H)
Weight: 25 grams
German silver is a copper alloy with nickel and often zinc. The usual formulation is 60% copper, 20% nickel and 20% zinc. German silver is named for its silvery appearance. German silver is said to produce a bright and powerful sound quality; an additional benefit is that it is harder and has more corrosion resistance than brass.