Rare Buddhist Amulet of Somdet Phra Sangharaja Documented
A rare first-edition medal commemorating Somdet Phra Sangharaja's 65th birthday in 1923 has been documented, one of only approximately 1,000 pieces cast featuring decorative phoenix motifs and Khmer inscriptions. The article also highlights
"Practice meditation through letting go, not through craving," a teaching from Luang Pho Cha Subhadda of Wat Nong Pa Phong in Ubon Ratchathani. Somdet Phra Sangharaja Krom Luang Chin Wor Siri Watthan, the 11th Sangharaja of Bangkok, was appointed in 1922 during the reign of King Mongkut. His first-edition medal was created in 1923 to commemorate his 65th birthday, with approximately 1,000 pieces cast. The medal measures 2.6 by 3.3 centimeters, featuring the abbreviated initials "C.S." on the front with decorative phoenix motifs and a radiant halo, while the reverse bears a four-line Khmer incantation and the years 1902–1923.
Luang Pu Sai Kemthammo, the revered abbot of Wat Pa Phrom Viharn in Nong Sang District, Nong Bua Lamphu Province, rarely commissioned amulets despite his status. His most notable creation was the "water drop medal" of 1979, which features his seated meditation image on the obverse and ritual implements on the reverse, now becoming increasingly rare.
Luang Pu Song Gunthammo of Wat Ban Sai in Lopburi commissioned the "prosperity medal quarter 57" to raise funds for temple restoration. The oval-shaped medal features a raised half-figure image on the front and a yantra of 16 deities on the reverse, inscribed with the temple name and location.
Luang Pho Maha Bodhi Yamasangvaro, former abbot of Wat Khlong Morn in Chainat Province, cast an ancient-style brass medal in 1988 as a memorial when constructing a hall dedicated to his teacher. The medal features a spade-shaped profile with a seated figure and flat reverse, blessed throughout a complete quarter with the mantra "Buddham Vom Lok" followed by "Itipiso." This rare medal was produced in limited quantities.
