In the circumference of the ring nine or ten metal disks or small bells are fitted which jingle as the tambourine is struck by the hand, or just waved through the air. The tambourine dates back to antiquity and was known at different times under the names of timbrel or tabret, tympanon or tympanum. This musical instrument was traditionally used by women as illustrated in the picture below.

Family of Instruments: The Tambourine belongs to the family of Percussion instruments.