Revered Buddhist Amulets: Iron Hat Fans From Luang Pu Sing
In 2002, monks created the "iron helmet fan-shaped amulet" honoring Luang Pu Sing of Maha Sarakham to raise funds for temple construction, becoming a sought-after collectible among devotees in the region.
"Understanding the true nature of body and mind means reaching the Dharma," according to teachings from Luang Pho Cha Subhadto of Wat Nong Pa Phong in Ubon Ratchathani. In 2002, when Luang Pu Sing Khamphiro, former abbot of Wat Sri Suk in Maha Sarakham, was promoted to high monastic rank, the temple planned to build a meditation hall but lacked funds. A monk from Wat Suthat Thepwararam in Bangkok created the iron hat fan amulet to give to donors supporting the construction project.
The medal features a 16-pointed fan design with an image of a seated meditating monk. The front displays "Luang Pu Sing Khamphiro" while the back bears an iron hat yantra with "Wat Ban Sri Suk" inscribed below. The article also discusses other celebrated amulets from renowned monks including Luang Pho Waang Suwanno of Wat Tha in Nakhon Pathom, Luang Pu Sa Sukhdhamma of Wat Ban Lae in Maha Sarakham, and Luang Pho Khom Anijo of Wat Phai Rong Ngua in Suphan Buri. Each monk created distinctive sacred amulets that became highly sought after by collectors and devotees throughout Thailand.
