MS03

Guman Thong 

1st Batch 
Ajarn Nen Wisetsingkham | Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Mai
B.E. 2520 (1977) 
1 inch
Barang Artifact
Encased in Silver

Bio of AJ Nen: click here

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Sacred Craftsmanship

The B.E. 2520 Guman Thong Roon Raek represents an early creation attributed to Ajarn Nen Wisetsingkham of Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Mai, a practitioner remembered for his knowledge of traditional Lanna Wicha.

The B.E. 2520 first batch became particularly recognised for its association with Metta Maha Niyom, customer attraction, Maha Lap, spiritual assistance and protection.

Each artifact is individually handmade from carefully prepared sacred materials. Natural variations in texture, colour and form make every piece unique.

Exact piece to be given

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Personal Experiences Shared by Luksits

Among collectors of Ajarn Nen's Guman Thong, the most frequently discussed experiences concern business activity, unexpected opportunities and spiritual warnings.

Older shopkeepers have associated keeping the Guman at their premises with improved customer traffic. Some described previously quiet periods becoming more manageable, with returning customers and occasional unexpected sales.

Other devotees speak of small but timely financial opportunities, such as receiving additional work, recovering money owed or obtaining assistance when business was slow.

A different type of feedback concerns dreams and intuition. Some owners describe unusually vivid dreams or sudden feelings of caution before travelling or making important decisions. They later interpreted these experiences as warnings associated with their Guman Thong.

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Summary

The Guman Thong Roon Raek B.E. 2520 is regarded among collectors as one of the important early creations associated with Ajarn Nen Wisetsingkham of Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Mai.

Prepared using sacred Nur Phong containing traditional Lanna ritual materials, the amulet reflects Ajarn Nen's knowledge of Guman Thong Wicha and older spirit-related practices.

Its reputation centres upon Metta Maha Niyom, business prosperity, Maha Lap, spiritual assistance, protection and sixth-sense awareness.

The first batch also holds particular significance within Northern Thai collecting traditions, where it is associated with the celebrated Nine Auspicious Lanna Charms.

It is also widely consider as the top Guman Thong in northern Thailand. 

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Historical Background

Ajarn Nen Wisetsingkham – Wat Pa Sak

Ajarn Nen Wisetsingkham, also known as Samanen Wiset Singkham, is associated with Wat Pa Sak in San Pa Tong District, Chiang Mai.

According to collector accounts, his knowledge of traditional Lanna Wicha developed while he was still a young novice.

He became particularly recognised for sacred objects involving Guman Thong, Wua Thanu, takruts and protective Yant cloths.

His creations from the B.E. 2510s and 2520s remain especially appreciated by collectors interested in older Northern Thai occult traditions.

The First-Batch Guman Thong

The B.E. 2520 issue is traditionally identified as Ajarn Nen's first Guman Thong batch.

Its reputation developed through local devotees who kept the amulets for business, household protection and spiritual assistance.

Over time, the first batch became increasingly sought after, particularly among collectors familiar with Northern Thai Barang traditions.

Its reputation is sometimes compared with that of LP Tae's Guman Thong from Central Thailand, although the two belong to different regional traditions.

It is also widely consider as the top Guman Thong in northern Thailand. 

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Origins of the Materials

The B.E. 2520 Guman Thong is traditionally described as containing a mixture of sacred powders and spiritually significant materials gathered according to Lanna Wicha.

One of its most distinctive ingredients is Phong Graduk Phi, a ritual powder associated with human remains and older spirit-related practices.

Collector accounts also describe the inclusion of:

• Seven Cemetery Soils: Traditionally associated with spirit-related Wicha.

• Seven Abandoned Temple Soils: Connected with accumulated sacred and spiritual influences.

• Crossroads Soil: Symbolising movement, opportunities and changes in fortune.

• River Landing and Pond Soils: Associated with movement and the gathering of favourable circumstances.

• Sacred Herbs and Ritual Powders: Prepared according to Ajarn Nen's traditional formulas.

These ingredients were combined into a sacred powder mixture before being pressed into the Guman Thong form.

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Ritual

Ajarn Nen's Guman Thong Wicha reflected older Northern Thai traditions combining Buddhist chanting, sacred inscriptions, herbal knowledge and spirit-related ritual practices.

The prepared materials were mixed and pressed into individual Guman Thong images before undergoing consecration.

Within this tradition, the Guman was intended to serve as a spiritual companion, assisting its keeper with livelihood, favourable opportunities and protection.

The principal ritual emphasis was directed towards Metta Maha Niyom, Maha Lap, commerce, protection and responsiveness to the keeper's requests.

Devotees traditionally approached the Guman with respect, often dedicating merit through charitable acts and Buddhist practices.

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Blessings and Effects

The first-batch Guman Thong is traditionally associated with:

• Metta Maha Niyom: Encouraging goodwill, popularity and favourable relationships.

• Customer Attraction: Supporting business activity, sales and returning customers.

• Maha Lap: Unexpected opportunities, financial gains and fortunate circumstances.

• Wish Fulfilment: Spiritual assistance with reasonable personal requests.

• Protection & Klaew Klad: Avoidance of danger and unfavourable situations.

• Sixth Sense: Intuition, dreams and perceived warnings of approaching difficulties.

• Spiritual Companionship: A traditional belief in the Guman's supportive presence.

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Modern Application

Ajarn Nen's Guman Thong remains particularly relevant to devotees involved in business, sales and occupations requiring regular interaction with customers.

Shopkeepers traditionally place the Guman at a suitable location within their premises, while others carry it during daily work.

Its Metta Maha Niyom qualities are also valued by those seeking harmonious relationships with colleagues, customers and business associates.

For devotees following older Guman Thong traditions, making merit and maintaining respectful conduct remain important aspects of ownership.

The artifact is traditionally regarded as a spiritual companion rather than merely an object for attracting wealth.

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Physical Details

This Guman Thong is a small sacred powder amulet measuring approximately 1 inch, formed in a pointed triangular mould with softly rounded edges. The front depicts a seated child with a topknot, youthful facial features and hands positioned before the torso, resting upon a tiered base. The reverse carries raised sacred characters and identifying inscriptions. Its aged Nur Phong surface displays natural cream, brown and earthy tones, with darker deposits around the recessed details. The amulet is housed in an engraved silver casing, allowing both sides to remain visible.

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Recommended Pairing

Nang Kwak: Traditionally paired for customer attraction, commerce and business prosperity.

Phra Sivali: Complements the Guman's Maha Lap character, particularly for livelihood and favourable opportunities.

Phra Somdej: Provides a traditional Buddhist pairing associated with Metta, Baramee and general protection.

Tao Wessuwan: Traditionally associated with protection against harmful spiritual influences.

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Personal Notes

The B.E. 2520 first-batch Guman Thong occupies a recognised place among collectors of older Lanna sacred objects.

Its significance extends beyond its small size and relatively simple powder construction.

The use of traditional ritual materials, its association with Ajarn Nen's early Wicha and the longstanding reputation of the first batch have contributed to its collector appeal.

Particularly noteworthy is its inclusion in collector traditions concerning the Nine Auspicious Lanna Charms, a group of sacred objects remembered for their protective and auspicious associations.

Original examples are increasingly appreciated by collectors interested in traditional Northern Thai Barang artifacts.

The Nine Auspicious Lanna Charms

The Nine Auspicious Lanna Charms are a recognised grouping within collector folklore, bringing together sacred objects associated with protection, Metta, fortune and spiritual resilience.

The traditional list includes:

1. Pha Mao – Wat Ban Lao: Sacred headscarf associated with protection.

2. Takrut Hide – Wat Wang Mui: Protective takrut prepared from consecrated hide.

3. Nine Beads – Wat Ban Den: Sacred bead arrangement associated with auspicious blessings.

4. Guman Thong – Wat Pa Sak: Spirit-child amulet associated with fortune, commerce and protection.

5. Loop Om – Wat Pak Kong: Sacred bead traditionally associated with protective Wicha.

6. Wua Klang – Wat Wang Hong: Buffalo talisman associated with strength and protection.

7. Sacred Coconut Shell – Thung Man Tai: Traditional protective and auspicious charm.

8. Mercury Bead – Wat Banphot Sathit: Ritual mercury artifact associated with protective properties.

9. Payaong Kam – Wat Mai Hung: Traditional Lanna charm associated with Metta and protection.

For collectors, the inclusion of Ajarn Nen's Guman Thong of Wat Pa Sak reflects the longstanding reputation of this early creation within Northern Thai amulet culture.

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