The Ashtadhatu Ganesh Pendant is cast in sacred Ashtadhatu — the auspicious eight-metal alloy mentioned in the shastras. Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and lord of new beginnings, blesses the wearer with success, wisdom and auspicious new beginnings. Why Ashtadhatu: Ashtadhatu is a holy alloy of eight metals (gold, silver, copper, zinc, lead, tin, iron and mercury) believed to radiate powerful positive energy and balance the body's aura. Key benefits: Sacred Ashtadhatu (eight-metal) casting Astrologically energised (abhimantrit) Blesses the wearer with success, wisdom and auspicious new beginnings Elegant daily-wear design — for men, women & children Blessed at Bageshwar Dham: Every AP Astro pendant is energised (abhimantrit) under the guidance of Pandit Aditya Pareek Ji, carrying divine blessings before it reaches you.