Brass Ugaldan Peekdan – Pital Traditional Spittoon Bowl | Hand-Hammered Jodhpur

Brass Ugaldan (Peekdan) — Traditional Pital Spittoon Bowl, Hand-Hammered in Jodhpur

The ugaldan — also called peekdan — is a piece of living Indian heritage. Historically used in every traditional household for paan and supari, today it's treasured as a collectible decorative object, a pooja vessel, or a conversation piece that carries three hundred years of craft tradition in its form.

This ugaldan is hand-hammered in solid pital (brass) by Manish Metals, Jodhpur — three generations of brass artisans since 1997. Every hammer mark is visible on the surface — not a flaw, but the signature of genuine handmade craft. No two are identical.

Ways to Use

• Pooja vessel — for flowers, fruits, or offerings on the altar
• Decorative bowl — on a dining table, coffee table, or heirloom shelf
• Planter — for a small indoor plant or succulent
• Paan server — bring the tradition back for weddings or festive occasions
• Collector's piece — a functional heirloom that appreciates with age

Why Choose Handcrafted Brass Ugaldan

• Solid pital — genuine hammered brass, not plated, not hollow
• Heavy and substantial — you can feel the quality in its weight
• Traditional form — the classic shape that's survived for centuries
• Handcrafted in Jodhpur — made by the Manish Metals family workshop since 1997
• Develops character — the patina deepens beautifully over years

Specifications

• Material: Pure brass (pital)
• Finish: Hand-polished traditional brass
• Construction: Hand-hammered, solid cast
• Weight: Substantial (not hollow)
• Use: Decor, pooja, planter, collector's piece, heritage gifting

Care & Patina

Clean with a soft dry cloth after use. For a shiny finish, polish with lemon + salt or a cotton cloth dipped in mustard oil — the traditional Indian method. Avoid chemical cleaners that can damage the brass. A natural patina over time is desirable and adds to the character.

Perfect Gift For

• Griha pravesh — a meaningful housewarming piece
• Diwali gifting — traditional, rooted in craft
• Elder family members who appreciate heritage objects
• Collectors of traditional Indian metalware