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Sri Swaminathan & Co Kumbakonam Engraved Brass Kumkum Chimizh Box (4 Sizes Available) - Full Body Pattern Pure Brass Sindoor Holder for Mandir
Sri Swaminathan & Co Kumbakonam Engraved Brass Kumkum Chimizh Box (4 Sizes Available) - Full Body Pattern Pure Brass Sindoor Holder for Mandir
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Sri Swaminathan & Co · Since 1973 · Sacred Trust
Kumbakonam Engraved Brass Kumkum Chimizh Box
Solid Brass · Glossy Polish · Engraved Body & Dome Lid · Four Sizes
A Sacred Vessel for Everyday Devotion
This engraved traditional brass chimizh (kumkum box) is made by Sri Swaminathan & Co, carrying our family shop legacy since 1973 from Kumbakonam. Unlike the previous model that features a plain bowl, this special variant showcases a cohesive, hand-detailed engraved pattern covering both the outer bowl body and the matching dome lid. In traditional Hindu households, it is an essential, auspicious vessel used to securely hold sacred temple offerings like Kumkum, Sandhanam (sandal paste), Haldi, or Vibhuti on the prayer altar.
“A pinch of kumkum, a moment of prayer, and a tradition carried gently from one generation to the next.”
Our Product Photography
We stand behind our quality with total honesty. The image displayed on this page is a 100% real photo of the actual product right from our shop stock. We do not use any computer filters, artificial enhancements, or AI-altered textures. What you see is exactly the genuine, high-quality brassware that will be packed and delivered to your doorstep.
Engraved Detail & Pedestal Design
The entire chimizh is cast out of high-grade solid brass metal and hand-buffed to a brilliant glossy golden finish. The design features a flared, fluted pedestal stand that elevates the cup to prevent the sacred powders from touching the ground directly. The matching dome lid sits securely over the wide rim to keep moisture out, and it is topped with a smooth knob handle for easy opening. Available in four distinct sizes ranging from a compact 2.5-inch cup up to a generous 3.7-inch container, this premium brass holder adds lasting traditional elegance to your home mandir rituals.
Key Features (One by One)
- Full Body Engraved Pattern — Features traditional geometric and line engravings etched across both the bowl exterior and the dome lid, creating a beautifully balanced traditional design.
- Elevated Pedestal Stand Base — Designed with a fluted, flared circular pedestal bottom that raises the storage bowl, ensuring excellent stability on glass, wood, or marble altar shelves.
- Secure Overlapping Dome Lid — The matching patterned cover fits snugly over the container rim to shield your sacred kumkum, turmeric, or sandal paste from dirt, dust, and moisture.
- Pure Solid Brass Quality — Cast from high-density solid brass metal from Kumbakonam that gives the piece a comforting weight and guarantees a long life without bending or cracking.
- Four Scaled Size Variations — Offered in four distinct size options—No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, and Big—to perfectly accommodate different altar sizes and storage capacities.
Specifications
- Brand — Sri Swaminathan & Co (Kumbakonam, Since 1973)
- Material — 100% Solid Brass with Glossy Polish
- Design Style — Fully Engraved Body & Engraved Lid with Pedestal Base
- Sizes Available — 4 Options (No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, and Big)
- Photos — 100% Raw & Real Product Images
Size Guide · No. 1
| Dimension | Indian / Metric | Global / Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 70 grams | Approximately 2.47 ounces |
| Height | 6.5 centimetres | 2.56 inches |
| Diameter | 4 centimetres | 1.57 inches |
| Base | 3.5 centimetres | 1.38 inches |
| Capacity | 10 millilitres | 0.34 US fluid ounces |
Size Guide · No. 2
| Dimension | Indian / Metric | Global / Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 110 grams | Approximately 3.88 ounces |
| Height | 7.5 centimetres | 2.95 inches |
| Diameter | 5.5 centimetres | 2.17 inches |
| Base | 4 centimetres | 1.57 inches |
| Capacity | 25 millilitres | 0.85 US fluid ounces |
Size Guide · No. 3
| Dimension | Indian / Metric | Global / Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 130 grams | Approximately 4.59 ounces |
| Height | 9 centimetres | 3.54 inches |
| Diameter | 6 centimetres | 2.36 inches |
| Base | 4.5 centimetres | 1.77 inches |
| Capacity | 50 millilitres | 1.69 US fluid ounces |
Size Guide · Big
| Dimension | Indian / Metric | Global / Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 150 grams | Approximately 5.29 ounces |
| Height | 9.6 centimetres | 3.78 inches |
| Diameter | 6 centimetres | 2.36 inches |
| Base | 4.5 centimetres | 1.77 inches |
| Capacity | 50 millilitres | 1.69 US fluid ounces |
Imperial equivalents are approximate and rounded. Capacity equivalents use US fluid ounces.
Sri Swaminathan & Co · Since 1973 · Sacred Trust
Kumbakonam · Tamil Nadu · Trusted by Devotees & Collectors Across India & the World
Care & Maintenance
Made from super fine quality brass with a golden powder coated polish — gives a satin gold glow like a gold statue. Purely for decor and dry display. If used for pooja rituals, the golden polish layer will peel off over time. Keep it dry — and it will look as fresh as the day you bought it. Always.
No restrictions for pooja rituals. Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve its traditional antique look. The dark patina is intentional — it deepens the beauty over time.
Powerful. Preferred for active pooja rituals — no restrictions. Traditional Cleaning Method: Use dara liquid and cashew nut seeds — an ancient method used by temple priests for generations. Gently rub with cashew nut seeds dipped in dara liquid. Rinse clean. Your idol will look brand new. Cleaning once every 30 days is recommended if used regularly for pooja.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand this completely. You are buying online from a shop you have never visited. Here is the truth: Sri Swaminathan & Co has been standing at 61, Bakthapuri Street, Kumbakonam since 1973 — over 53 years. We are not a warehouse or a reseller. We are a family shop, rooted in Kumbakonam, where priests, temples, and devotees from across Tamil Nadu have been coming for generations. Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, UK, and USA visit us when they come to Kumbakonam — because they know us. You can walk into our shop any day. We are real.
Because most sites sell products. We sell legacy. Every item in our shop — whether it is a small brass lamp or a 4-foot Panchaloha idol — comes from craftsmen whose families have been doing this since the Chola period. We do not source from factories. We do not compromise on material or finish to reduce price. When you buy from us, you are not just getting a product — you are getting 53 years of trust, traditional craftsmanship, and the assurance that what you receive is exactly what a devotee deserves.
This is a fair concern and we respect it. Here is why we do not offer COD — our products are handcrafted, fragile, and carefully packed for safe delivery. COD returns damage both the product and the trust. Instead, we offer something better: WhatsApp us before you order. We will send you a video of the actual product — the exact piece you will receive. You can ask us anything. Only when you are fully satisfied, you pay. Our 53-year reputation is our guarantee — we cannot afford to let even one customer down.
Not at all — and we are glad you asked this. Our products are made of brass and Panchaloha — metals that naturally catch and reflect light from every angle. What you see as dark shades or bright reflections in photos is simply the metal doing what metal does — glowing, reflecting, and shining. We photograph every product as-is, with no filters, no AI, no editing. That reflection you see in the photo? You will see the same beautiful glow when it sits in your pooja room. It is not a defect — it is the character of real metal.
Yes — and here is why we say this with full confidence. Panchaloha idols require the right alloy, the right casting method, and the right finishing — done by craftsmen who understand the spiritual significance of what they are making. Our Panchaloha idols are hand-cast in Kumbakonam and Swamimalai by hereditary artisans using the traditional lost-wax method — the same method used to make idols for consecrated temples across South India. Priests trust our idols for temple installation. Families trust us for home pooja rooms. In 53 years, that trust has never been broken.