Collector Guide Details Rare Thai Buddhist Amulets
A detailed overview of four significant Thai Buddhist amulet series from temples across Nakhon Sawan, Maha Sarakham, and Surin provinces. The guide covers historical context, physical specifications, inscriptions, and known variants for each amulet, serving as a reference for collectors and devotees interested in these sacred objects.
The article profiles four revered Thai amulet series. First, Luang Pu Phrom Thawaro's BE 2507 coin from Wat Chong Kae, Nakhon Sawan — an egg-shaped pumped piece in copper or brass, marked with the monk's age (79) and rains retreat count (59), widely counterfeited. Second, Luang Pu Sida Panyatharo's BE 2553 (2010) 90th birthday coin from Wat Sommanas Pradit, Maha Sarakham — roughly 2,000 brass pieces with the monk's portrait and Khom-script yantra. Third, Luang Pu Si Chansiri's BE 2517 (1974) sacred powder amulet from Wat Khao Tham Bun Nak, Nakhon Sawan — 22,999 egg-shaped pieces in various sacred mixtures, bearing Khom inscriptions and a triangular yantra. Fourth, Luang Pu Haem Thammachoto's BE 2530 (1987) first-edition alpaca-alloy coin from Wat Siwa Baribun Phisai, Surin — 5,000 pieces distributed to disciples and border patrol police, featuring a three-pronged fan yantra on the reverse.
