A Nepali Copper Puja Thali is a traditional, handcrafted plate made from copper, often featuring intricate designs and used in Hindu worship rituals to hold offerings like flowers, incense, and other offerings, with notable characteristics including its circular shape, smooth surface, potential for engraved auspicious symbols like "Om" or "Swastika," and a characteristic patina developed over time, signifying its authentic use in religious ceremonies; sometimes referred to as a "Saptapala" thali due to its design with seven small compartments for separating different offerings. 

Key points about a Nepali copper puja thali:

Material: Primarily made from copper, considered a sacred metal in Hinduism. 

Design: Can have simple or intricate hand-carved designs, often including traditional motifs or auspicious symbols.