Metal Coin of Phra Mae Dara at Wat Thipwaree
Ratchabophit Temple Ceremony with Coin of King Taksin, Year 2521
Information on the King Taksin coin (from the same ceremony):
Foundation of His Majesty King Taksin
The commemorative coin of His Majesty King Taksin the Great, designed by Luang Chin Kanayanatti Chin Phra, abbot of Wat Thipwaree, with Admiral Sangad Chaloryu as chairman of the event and Khunying Saengduen Na Nakorn as the operational chairman for the coin's creation. A consecration ceremony was held at the ubosot of Wat Ratchabophit from January 10, 2521, to January 14, 2521, lasting 5 days. 108 revered monks from both Maha Nikaya and Dhammayuttika Nikaya orders participated, with Luang Pu Toh of Wat Pradoochimplee, Bangkok, as the leading monk. It was the most significant consecration ceremony in the past 250 Buddhist years, making the coin a precious amulet. Mr. Sanya Thammasak, president of the Supreme Court, represented the monarch at the event. Somdej Phra Ariyawongsakatayan (Was Wasano) lit the candles and Somdej Phra Theerayanmuni (Theer) of Wat Chakrawaddi Rajawas, Bangkok, extinguished the Victory Candle on January 14, 2521. The coin's specifics are described separately.
The grand consecration ceremony featured His Holiness the Sangharaja lighting the victory candle. The large consecration ceremony lasted 5 days and included the participation of 108 revered monks from both Maha Nikaya and Dhammayuttika Nikaya sects. Some of the respected monks who took part in the consecration are:
* Luang Pu Toh from Wat Pradoo Chimplee, Bangkok
* Luang Phor Thuad from Wat Pho Thong Nimit, Bangkok
* Luang Phor Phang from Wat Udom Khongkakirit, Khon Kaen
* Luang Phor Somchai from Wat Khao Sukim
* Luang Phor Kling from Wat Thalung Thong, Ranong
* Luang Pu Perm from Wat Klang Bang Kaew
* Luang Phor Pring from Wat Boht Goong Thanu
* Luang Pu Kreuang from Wat Thep Singhanat
* Luang Phor Soot from Wat Kah Long
* Luang Phor Pae from Wat Pikulthong
* Luang Phor Thong U from Wat Mai Nong Pha Ong, Samut Sakhon
* Luang Pu Wan from Wat Tham Apai Dhamrong Tham, Sakon Nakhon
* Luang Pu Kram from Wat Wang Wa, Rayong
* Luang Phor Saeng from Wat Prajanta Ram, Prachinburi
* Luang Phor Thir from Wat Pa Lelay, Suphan Buri
...and many other esteemed monks. This coin was historically documented in several books on religious amulets. The coin itself is in pristine condition, representing significant ceremonies. Suitable to wear around the neck for protection and peace of mind. It is a revered token from ceremonies led by top monks, dedicated to King Taksin and consecrated by revered monks, ensuring spiritual merit. It offers protection, brings good luck, safeguards from dangers, and ensures prosperity.
