{"product_id":"king-bhumibol-rian-song-phanuat-2508-wat-boworn","title":"King Bhumibol  Rian Song Phanuat 2508 Wat Boworn","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMS1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BE 2508 Royal Monkhood Coin from Wat Bowonniwet Vihara remains one of the most respected royal commemorative amulets ever created during the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Among serious collectors, this is not simply viewed as a commemorative medal. It represents an era of dignity, discipline, compassion, royal responsibility, and Buddhist kingship closely tied to the image of King Rama IX during his monkhood period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough commonly called the “Royal Monkhood Coin,” the medal itself was not created during His Majesty’s ordination in BE 2499. It was officially issued nine years later in BE 2508 during the grand “Jaturongkamongkol” royal merit-making ceremonies held when the King reached the same age as his late father, Prince Mahidol Adulyadej.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many older Thai collectors, this coin carries a very unique atmosphere. The energy associated with it is often described as calm authority, protective metta, stability, and the type of respect naturally given to a leader who carries responsibility over many people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has personally been one of my dream royal pieces for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid gold version has now reached valuations exceeding SGD $180,000 among serious collectors and high-end royal memorabilia circles. Because of this, the “Tong Fabat” version became the piece I gravitated towards over the years. The feeling and symbolism behind it remain deeply powerful. The fatherly metta, composed authority, and leadership energy associated with King Rama IX are still very present within the piece itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor businessmen, company directors, senior management, or individuals responsible for leading teams, this is one of those classic Thai royal amulets that carries a very grounded form of baramee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn BE 2508, Wat Bowonniwet organised four major auspicious royal ceremonies connected to King Bhumibol Adulyadej reaching the same age as his father, Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, Prince of Songkla. The date became recognised as one of the important royal merit occasions of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this period, His Majesty personally performed four major acts of merit and public charity collectively known as the “Jaturongkamongkol,” meaning the Fourfold Auspicious Ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo commemorate this historic occasion, Wat Bowonniwet sought royal permission to create a commemorative medal featuring the King during his monkhood. The portrait used was based on the official royal photograph taken during His Majesty’s ordination in BE 2499.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the portrait appears the royal signature inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bhumibol Adulyadej P.R. Phumiphlo”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis signature was reproduced directly from His Majesty’s handwritten signature recorded within the official temple registry book of Wat Bowonniwet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the portrait are the words:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Ordained 2499”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse side features the golden chedi of Wat Bowonniwet Vihara surrounded by a commemorative inscription marking the royal ceremonies held on 29 August BE 2508.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many Thai Buddhists, the combination of the monkhood portrait together with the chedi of Wat Bowonniwet created a piece that symbolised both spiritual discipline and royal duty at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Ceremonies and Consecration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll versions of the medal entered a major Buddhist consecration ceremony held on 27 August BE 2508.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Bhumibol Adulyadej personally attended and participated in multiple royal merit ceremonies throughout the event period. One of the important ceremonies included the casting of the “Phor Por Ror” Buddha image together with additional acts of royal charity and merit-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buddhist consecration ceremony continued throughout the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive full groups of highly respected monk-chanters participated in the blessing ceremony, with eight monks seated in each group. Many of Thailand’s most respected masters of the era were present, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomdet Phra Nyanasamvara\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuang Pu Dee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuang Pu Toh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAjarn Nam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuang Por Ngern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the royal significance, the scale of the ceremony, and the calibre of masters involved, the first-generation Royal Monkhood Coin eventually became one of the most respected royal Buddhist medals in Thailand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVariations and Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal was produced in both worship-format and wearable pendant versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge worship-format pieces measuring approximately 9 cm were created in silver, copper, and Tong Fabat alloy. The Tong Fabat worship versions reportedly had very limited production numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wearable versions were produced in gold, silver, copper, alpaca alloy, and Tong Fabat alloy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors generally separate the reverse dies into two recognised variations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard Block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiyom Block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Niyom variation can be identified through a small curved indentation near the suspension loop area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the medals were officially struck by the Royal Thai Mint, the details remain exceptionally sharp with strong die definition and refined edge finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlessings and Modern Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong many senior Thai businessmen and older collectors, royal monkhood medals have long been associated with calm authority, leadership, public respect, and stabilising energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not the aggressive type of authority associated with force or domination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe atmosphere surrounding this piece feels closer to the image of a respected father figure, mentor, senior executive, or leader whom others naturally trust and listen to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, I have noticed many management-level individuals gravitating toward royal-themed amulets of King Rama IX, especially pieces connected to merit-making ceremonies and monkhood imagery. The energy feels composed and steady. In meetings, negotiations, or leadership environments, it creates a subtle sense of reliability and emotional control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those managing staff, overseeing businesses, leading sales teams, or handling major responsibilities, this remains one of the classic royal Thai amulets that continues to carry strong appeal across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tong Fabat version has always stood out to me because it still carries the elegance and atmosphere of the original series while remaining wearable and practical for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery time I look at the portrait, there is a sense of calmness and discipline associated with the era of King Rama IX. The monkhood image itself carries tremendous symbolic weight in Thai Buddhist culture. It reflects humility, self-discipline, merit, and responsibility despite holding the highest position in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong royal commemorative amulets, this remains one of the pieces I personally feel every serious collector should experience at least once in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OOBThaiAmulets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46789182718089,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0793\/files\/Untitled-116_0b9b2879-b2b9-4873-98df-1f72bcbf3586.jpg?v=1779436777","url":"https:\/\/oobamulets.com\/products\/king-bhumibol-rian-song-phanuat-2508-wat-boworn","provider":"OOBThaiAmulets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}