Description: Some legends have mentioned the city of Lopburi that about a thousand years ago there were Phraya Sam Phi Nong. He was the king in this area. Later, he was the creator of the city of Lawo and built Phra Prang Sam Yot in order to announce his prosperity. and the greatness of Phraya Sam Phi Nong of Taxila who came to establish Lawo as the capital. Later, when the Khmers had power and has spread its influence and expanded the empire into this part of the land until they captured the city of Lawo in a period of time Chao Phraya Chainarai, son of King Chanthachot So he gathered forces to drive the Khmers out. Then the name of the city of Lawo was changed to Lawa Buri until it became the name of the city of Lop Buri until today. As the statue appears Four-armed Vishnu which is enshrined at Phra Kan Shrine, Lopburi City, which is believed Built in honor of Phraya Chainarai, Wat Puen is one of the old temples of Lopburi. But no clear history of construction was found. Considering the archaeological evidence Including various Buddha images that were discovered in the area of this temple, it is believed that Wat Puen was probably built around the early Ayutthaya period at least. Or maybe before that. Current condition of Wat Puen is an abandoned temple. There is hardly anything left that indicates the ancient temple in the past. Due to modern buildings and the houses of the people came to build in their place Only the remains of the church wall remain, which is 18 wa long and 18 wa wide. This area is surrounded by houses. and various stores are full, making it impossible to know where Where is the actual location of Wat Puen? Around 1907, the area of Wat Puen was covered with grass. and various weeds Later, villagers began to invade and occupy some areas. For personal use, at the same time there is illegal digging for treasures and valuables. and various amulets at that time, an ancient cannon from the reign of King Narai the Great was unearthed. Since then, the name of this abandoned temple has been called Wat Puen until today (before this, this abandoned temple did not have a name. and in the past it was not named Wat Puen, but this name came to be called later) Wat Puen is located on the bank of the Lopburi River. On the east side, in the area of Tha Hin Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lopburi Province, from stories passed down from generation to generation, it is said that Digging and discovering amulets or various Buddha amulets of Wat Phuen, most of them found from the chedi surrounding the temple. and inside the temple There are many types, but the one that is widely known and popular is Phra Nagaprok, which is a very small number of amulets that were unearthed from this crypt. But with extraordinary beauty The Buddhist circle is therefore widely sought after. and is ranked as one of the most popular Naga Prok amulets. That is very hard to find. In the amulet industry...all the ancient amulet experts Until the present era They all agree that Phra Nāga Prok, Wat Phuen, Lopburi Province, is the most famous Phra Nāg Prok. and has high Buddhist power Especially in the area of invulnerability. Considered to be number one. The entire Nagaprok family, which is difficult to find in other Nagaprok clans. Can be compared This is with experience. From the words of old amulet collectors until now It is confirmed at this point that Phra Nak Prok, Kru Wat Phuen, is only made of silver alloy, the skill of the craftsman who created it. It is classified as a local technician. The image of the Buddha image looks tough and strong, but if we talk about the beauty and sharpness, Phra Nāga Prok from Wat Puen cannot compete with Phra Nāg Prok from Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat because it is from Wat Phra Sri. It is the work of a royal craftsman in ancient times. Design craftsmanship Therefore, it is definitely superior to the local technicians. The Buddha image of Phra Nāga Prok, Wat Phuen Temple, is the Buddha statue sitting in a meditation posture, above the Naga head. Behind the Naga, there is a seven-headed serpent spread out over the Buddha's head. According to belief, Phra Nāgaprok is the daily amulet for people born on Saturday. But in reality People born on other days You will have the right to pay homage as well. Phra Nagaprok, Kru Wat Puen, made of silver alloy, has 4 prints: large print, small print, miniature print, and Sum Ruean Kaew print. And due to the fact that very few amulets were discovered in this crypt, while there were more fakes. And it's been spreading for a long time. Therefore causing the rental price to be found The real Naga Prok Items from this crypt are quite expensive. The surface of the Phra Naga Prok amulet from Wat Puen is very black. Some amulets are very corroded. The beautiful and perfect one is therefore extremely rare. As for the Buddha's virtues, it is believed that they are excellent in invincibility. Absolutely safe. Phra Nakprok, Kru Wat Puen, miniature print, considered to be the hardest to find. Among the Naga Prok that were excavated from this crypt. And if you observe carefully, you will find that This Buddha image is different from the large and small images, especially the head of the Buddha image. It will have the head of a moray fish, which is slender and long, different from all other prints that have the head of the Buddha wearing a Chibo hat. Therefore, Phra Nak Prok, Kru Wat Puen, mini print has another name. Moray fish head print Another print that is also hard to find is the Ruean Kaew arch print. This Buddha image, in addition to having the head of a Naga spread over the Buddha image, also has a glass arch. Cover another layer It is truly a special edition. Size of the Naga Prok amulet from Wat Puen, large print, width 1.7 cm., height 3.0 cm., Ruean Kaew arch print, width 2.0 cm., height 3.0 cm. and small print (Moray fish head), width 1.0 cm. Height 2.0 cm. Considered to be a small and compact Naga Prok, very cute, arranged in a set of Buddha images. "Tiny but mighty" Shipping and Handling1. We ship worldwide. We do not collect cash on delivery.2. All items will be shipped directly from Thailand by Thailand Post.3. In the case of registered mail Please make sure you have someone to pick you up at home or elseThe item will be at your post office. Please rarely check your post office.4. Most orders will be shipped within 2-3 business days of receiving cleared payment.5. We do not ship on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. and holidays6. International buyers please note:A.Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. 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Price: 139 USD
Location: City Roi ET
End Time: 2024-10-08T07:42:17.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Primary Material: Mixed Materials
Color: See the picture
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Age: 1900-1940
Maker: thai