2.5" vintage Indian brass "elephant claw" bell, often featuring intricate floral engravings and colorful enamel accents. 

• Design: The bell has a domed top with a knob handle and a distinctive open "claw" or "petal" style base designed to produce a resonant sound. 

• Purpose: Historically used to indicate the presence of elephants, they are now primarily collected as decorative items, altar bells, or meditation chimes. 

• Origin: Most commonly originating from India, these bells are often handcrafted from brass