Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Nur Din Phasom Phong (Mix) BE2485-2494 Chao Khun Sri (Sonthi) Wat Suthat Thep Wararam

Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat — History and Significance

The Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat is a half-section clay amulet produced at Wat Suthat between BE 2485 and 2494 (1942–1951), widely sought by collectors in Singapore, Malaysia, and across Greater China for its authenticated spiritual lineage and accessible entry into the revered Wat Suthat Phra Krìng tradition. Crafted from Nur Din Phasom Phong (Mix) — a sacred clay blended with five consecrated powders — it carries the full consecration authority of one of Bangkok’s most distinguished monastic lineages. For collectors seeking a piece of genuine heritage, this amulet represents a meaningful and historically grounded acquisition.

Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat was the principal disciple of Somdej Phra Sangkharaj (Pae) and served as the mastermind behind the consecration ceremonies of the Phra Krìng and Phra Chaiwat amulets at Wat Suthat. His unparalleled authority over the sacred formulas and ingredients used in these creations stems directly from that close discipleship.

The amulets were produced in several batches and distributed to devotees who contributed to the temple’s restoration and renovation efforts. Some batches are noted to have begun as early as 1941, though the primary production window is confirmed between BE 2485 and 2494. This lineage connection lends the Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat a direct spiritual heritage rooted in one of Bangkok’s most distinguished monastic traditions.

Each piece features a flat back and a half-section form, distinct from fully cast metal Phra Krìng amulets, and may bear inscriptions or mold marks that help collectors identify specific batches. The series is regarded as a meaningful alternative for those who revere the Wat Suthat Phra Krìng tradition but seek a more accessible price point than the cast metal editions.

Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk and Wat Suthat Heritage

Wat Suthat is one of Bangkok’s most historically significant royal temples, renowned across the Thai Buddhist amulet tradition for producing some of the most sought-after Phra Krìng amulets of the modern era. The temple’s amulet lineage, anchored by Somdej Phra Sangkharaj (Pae), is considered a gold standard among serious collectors throughout Southeast Asia and Greater China.

The Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Wat Suthat series represents a distinctive chapter within that heritage — produced from clay and sacred powders rather than cast metal, making it one of the few clay-format amulets to carry the full spiritual authority of the Wat Suthat consecration lineage. This format was intentional: Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat designed these pieces to honour devotees who supported the temple’s physical restoration through their donations.

For collectors seeking an authentic Thai amulet from this prestigious temple, the clay format offers a tangible connection to the same sacred ceremonies and ingredient formulas used in the far more expensive metal Phra Krìng editions. It is a historically and spiritually significant piece within any serious collection.

Nur Din Phasom Phong (Mix) Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk — Composition and Craftsmanship

The material designation Nur Din Phasom Phong (Mix) refers to a carefully prepared blend of sacred clay and consecrated powders personally collected and mixed by Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat. The five core sacred powders incorporated include Maharat powder, Pathamang powder, Itthije powder, Phutthakhun powder, and associated sacred minerals.

Additional sacred ingredients woven into the mix include old palm leaf powder, flower pollen powder, and incense powder. Crucially, Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat incorporated ground fragments of old amulets sourced from Wat Rakhang Khositaram, along with metal remnants left over from the finishing process of the metal Phra Krìng amulets consecrated by Somdej Phra Sangkharaj (Pae). These inclusions directly connect the Nur Din Phasom Phong (Mix) Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk to the highest-tier amulets in the Wat Suthat tradition.

Physically, most pieces display a soft, crumbly, or porous texture with small air bubbles visible on the surface — a natural result of the clay composition and the setting process. Colouring varies across batches, ranging from off-white to gray, in pieces with higher palm leaf content, to orange-terracotta. These natural variations are considered hallmarks of authenticity among experienced collectors of this series.

Spiritual Benefits of Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk by Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat

Devotees and collectors traditionally associate the Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat with the full range of spiritual attributes characteristic of the Wat Suthat Phra Krìng tradition. The amulet is venerated for its all-encompassing protective and benevolent qualities, regarded as carrying the same consecrated power as the metal Phra Krìng amulets produced at the same temple during the same era.

A notable tradition among devotees is using the amulet to prepare holy water believed to aid in warding off illness — a practice long associated with Phra Krìng amulets across Thailand and among Thai amulet communities in Singapore and the wider region.

• Loving-kindness and metta: Traditionally venerated for radiating warmth and goodwill, attracting positive relationships and social harmony.
• Protection from danger: Collectors associate this amulet with shielding the wearer from physical harm and misfortune, consistent with the Phra Krìng protective tradition.
• Health and healing: Regarded by devotees as suitable for making consecrated holy water to support recovery from illness, following Wat Suthat Phra Krìng custom.

Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk BE 2485 — Authentication and Collector Value

Pieces from the Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk BE 2485 series are authenticated through the Samakom certification body, which provides collectors with a reliable and recognised standard of provenance verification. Samakom certification is considered a credible mark of authenticity within the Thai amulet collecting community across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

From a collector’s perspective, the Phra Krìng Khrung Sīk Chao Khun Sri Wat Suthat occupies a unique position in the market: it is documented within the Wat Suthat amulet lineage, carries genuine sacred materials and consecration authority, yet remains significantly more accessible in price than the cast metal counterparts. This makes it particularly valued by collectors who prioritise spiritual lineage and authenticated provenance over visual grandeur.

The age of these pieces — now over seven decades old — combined with their porous clay composition means condition varies considerably. Well-preserved examples with clear mold definition, visible surface texture characteristics, and confirmed Samakom certification are considered the most desirable among collectors of authentic Thai amulets from this era.