This is an Incredible and Unique Gong It may very well be One of a Kind I've searched far and wide for another one like it, to no avail Great acquisition or Gift for that most discerning person It is Ceremonial, Musical, and at the same time Art Striking it brings about various deep, rich tones reminiscent of Buddhist or MonasticTemples Striking the center button creates an incredible reverberating tone like that of a mountain echo Measures approx. 33" in diameter and weighs approx. 33 lbs. Comes with FREE Stand and Beautiful Handmade Striker As with any significant purchase a person makes... Please be sure when bidding-no return on this item NOTE: Packing this item will cost me approx. $100 (Custom Box Plus-UPS) NOTE: Shipping this item will cost me up to $200 (Contiguous United States Only) NOTE: Shipping elsewhere must be agreed upon in advance of bidding-Thank you Will ship quickly upon receipt of payment-Thank you, again