Release of New Amulet Medal – Image of Luang Por Jul
A commemorative amulet medal honoring the late Luang Por Jul, a respected Buddhist monk and educator in Kamphaeng Phet province, has been released, with the original 1956 copper and gold-plated medal now rare and highly valued by devotees f
Phra Wichit Saraso (Luang Por Jul Issaranyano), former abbot of Wat Hong Thong in Salkbat subdistrict, Khanuthoralugsaburi district, Kamphaeng Phet province, was a highly respected Buddhist monk who founded Wichit Saraso School and long supported Salkbat School. Born as Jul Putthachat on April 12, 1894, he was the eldest son of his family and ordained at age 23 on May 9, 1917. Throughout his life, he was dedicated to Buddhism and made numerous contributions to the sangha, relatives, and lay followers through his teaching and virtuous conduct.
He received ecclesiastical rank in 1959 and passed away on October 19, 1969 at age 74, having spent 51 Buddhist lent seasons in monastic life. His devotees created several commemorative amulets, with the most popular being the first edition medal from 1956, which Kamphaeng Phet devotees created as a tribute gift. The medal features a square shape with a loop, cast in copper with gold plating. The front displays a seated meditation image with text reading "In commemoration of the gift offering ceremony for Phra Kru Vikrom Wichit Saraso on March 30, 1956." The back features only the center with Buddhist script. This highly sought-after medal is known for its protective qualities and has become increasingly rare, with most pieces now in private collections.
