Description

To comprehend the amulet, one must first understand the fount of its sanctity. The Phra Somdej amulets created by His Eminence Somdej Phra Phutthāchān (To Phrommarangsī) are not merely votive objects; they are consecrated representations of the Buddha (buddha-pratimā), each imbued with the purest spiritual power and supreme incantations (vijjā-āgamā) from His Eminence’s profound meditative states.

The Fount of Sanctity: Somdej Dto’s Wicha

The Phra Somdej of Somdej Dto Prohmrangsri are not mere objects; they are ‘Living Amulets’ (Phra Phuttha-Patima). Each piece was consecrated through profound Jhana meditation and the invocation of the Chinabanchara Mantra. This particular model, the Pim Gaes Jarot Sum (Where the Finial Touches the Arch), is a Pim Niyom preferred model, highly sought after by master collectors and conservators alike.

The Symphony of Muan Sarn

The sacred mass of this amulet is a complex composition of the Five Sacred Powders: Pathamang, Itthije, Maharaj, Putta-Guna, and Tri-Nisinghe. To these, Somdej Dto added 108 varieties of pollens, dried cooked rice, and the highly potent powders of ancient Phra Kamphaeng Sum Ko amulets. The result is a texture that is “firm yet soft” (Nuea Nheuk Num), exhibiting a century of natural evolution and calcite efflorescence.

Royal Craftsmanship: The Luang Wichan Block

Carved by the master artisan Luang Wichan Chiaranai, the mold exhibits a “sharp, clear, and deep” (Khom Chat Leuk) quality that folk molds cannot replicate. Note the majestic “Bael Fruit” face (Rup Phon Matum) and the perfectly proportioned three-tiered base. This specific piece is further enhanced by an ancient Rak Chart (Chinese Red Lacquer) finish, applied over 150 years ago for preservation, creating a stunning aesthetic of “Pigeon’s Blood Red” veins within the crazing.

Authentication and Acquisition

Curated and guaranteed by Ajarn Spencer Littlewood, this artifact is a ‘Living Historical Document.’ It serves not only as a protector but as a portal to the Dhamma and the pure energy of one of Thailand’s greatest Saints.