Kansa or Kamsya, as written in many books gives a sharp sound, is soft, smooth to touch and clear from impurities. This is also good for cooking due to its therapeutic quality (galib, Barve et el, 2011.). The formulations of bronze of ‘Pittala’ are beneficial in diseases. The Thatheras are well versed in this knowledge and let us know if asked.

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Kansa also called bell metal in English is one of the best metals to eat food from, its an alloy of tin and copper, both metals being considered good for health. There are certain ways to test the authenticity of the metal, eg. it a breakable metal and if beaten with another metal/ material acts as a signing glass.

Size in Inches (lxbxh): 3 x 3 x 4.5
Finish: Golden Finish (73% copper 27% tin roughly)
Weight in kg: 0.3 - 0.4
Capacity in L: 0.35
Note: Any variation in weight & size are the characteristic of handcrafted products.

What is the ratio of metal? P-Tal usually believes in relying on artisan knowledge for making kansa alloy. It generally comprises of 23% tin and 77% copper

What is Kansa? Kansa is an Alloy (metal) that has presence of tin it and hence you do not require tin coating or kalai

1. Kansa is one of the best metals to eat food from.

2. It does not require any major cleaning efforts, Instead the color of kansa enhances with every wash.

3. You may find different colours of Kansa/Bronze in the market, since there is no Standard procedure of making it. Higher the consistency of tin more whitish tone would be visible in it

Kansa for Eating