Lakshmi Puja Tambalam

Lakshmi Puja Tambalam – Handcrafted Bell Metal Pooja Thali with Goddess Lakshmi Engraving A Tambalam is the traditional wide-rimmed plate used in Indian homes to hold offerings during puja. Also known as a thamboolam plate or thamboolam thattu in Tamil Nadu, and simply as a pooja thali or pooja plate across much of India, it holds the betel leaves and areca nut, fruits, flowers, haldi and kumkum that make up the thamboolam offered to the deity and to guests. This Lakshmi Puja Tambalam is crafted in bell metal (Kansa) — the traditional copper-and-tin alloy long favoured for temple and ritual ware — and carries an engraving of Goddess Lakshmi at its centre. Kept in the pooja room or on the altar, it is considered an auspicious plate to receive offerings on, and one that only deepens in character with years of use. Product Highlights • Material: Pure bell metal (Kansa), a traditional alloy of copper and tin, valued for its density, durability and warm golden tone. • Design: A wide, flat base with a raised rim, engraved at the centre with the figure of Goddess Lakshmi. The broad surface holds thamboolam, fruit, flowers and small kumkum bowls comfortably without crowding. • Handcrafted by Artisans: Shaped and finished by hand using traditional bell metal techniques. Small variations in the engraving and finish are the mark of handwork, not a defect. • Usage: Pooja room and altar use, thamboolam offerings, aarti and naivedyam, festival poojas, and as a decorative tray on a console or mandir shelf. • Care and Maintenance: Wipe clean after use and dry fully before storing. To restore shine, use tamarind or lemon with a little salt, rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and abrasive scrubbers. Why Choose the Lakshmi Puja Tambalam • Auspicious by tradition — Bell metal has been the metal of choice for temple vessels and ritual ware in India for centuries. • Made for the pooja room — Sized and shaped for offerings rather than adapted from a dinner plate. • Handcrafted, not mass-produced — Each piece is worked by artisan hands, engraving included. • An heirloom purchase — Bell metal does not degrade. This is a plate that passes to the next generation. • A meaningful gift — A considered choice for weddings, griha pravesh, Varalakshmi Vratham, Diwali and Navratri gifting. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is a tambalam used for? It is the plate on which puja offerings are arranged and presented — betel leaves, areca nut, fruits, flowers, haldi and kumkum. It is also used to give thamboolam to guests at weddings and festivals. 2. What is bell metal, and how is it different from brass? Bell metal (Kansa) is an alloy of copper and tin, while brass is an alloy of copper and zinc. Bell metal is denser, rings with a clear tone when struck, and has traditionally been reserved for temple and ritual ware. 3. Will the plate tarnish? Yes, and that is normal. All pure bell metal darkens gradually with exposure to air. A simple tamarind-and-salt clean restores the shine whenever you want it back. 4. Can this be used for Varalakshmi Vratham and other festival poojas? Yes. Though named for Lakshmi, it is used year-round for Varalakshmi Vratham, Diwali, Navratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, satyanarayana pooja and daily aradhana. 5. Is the Goddess Lakshmi engraving printed or worked into the metal? The engraving is worked into the metal itself, so it will not peel, fade or wash away. Crafted by artisans of Bharath. Handmade in India.