Rare Buddhist Amulets and Medallions Sought by Collectors
Collectors seek rare Buddhist amulets from venerated Thai monks, including copper and bronze medallions from abbots like Luang Pho Kaew Supatot and Luang Phu Singh Kamphiro, typically cast to commemorate significant milestones or fundraise
The article explores several sought-after Buddhist amulets and medallions from venerated monks. Luang Pho Kaew Supatot, former abbot of Wat Chang Phueak in Phetchabun Province, is known for his oval-shaped copper coin amulets from BE 2519, measuring 2.3 centimeters, cast to fundraise for a preaching hall. The front features a half-image of Luang Pho Kaew with reversed lettering, while the back displays a yantra with Khmer script.
Another notable piece is the medallion of Luang Pho Semai Chantachoto, created on December 9, BE 2520, by the Udon Thani monastic community to commemorate the late abbot of Wat Taluk Du in Udon Thani Province. Though created after his passing, the bronze-shaded yellow metal oval coin has become a valuable amulet.
Luang Phu To (Phra Kru Athon Sikkhakan) of Wat Sa Ket in Ang Thong Province is celebrated for his nine-tier Buddha image castings and his oval-shaped amulets from BE 2514. The front depicts a half-seated figure in meditation, while the back features a yantra with script commemorating his 70th birthday.
Luang Phu Singh Kamphiro, abbot of Wat Sri Suk in Maha Sarakham Province, had amulets created in BE 2561 for his 93rd birthday celebration. The oval coin features his half-image in robes on the front and a sacred yantra on the back, serving as a fundraiser for temple development.
