{"product_id":"phra-leela-satawas-2500","title":"Phra Leela Satawas 2500","description":"\u003cp\u003eMS06\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePhra Leela Satawas\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWat Suthat · Bangkok\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB.E. 2500 (1957)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePim Mee Khem (Niyom)\u003cbr\u003e2 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMainstream Artifact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSamakom Certification Card (GI07-726C2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndividual Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough produced as part of a large national commemorative issue, each Phra Leela retains natural differences from the casting and finishing process. Variations can be seen in the metal tone, surface texture, mould definition and ageing of individual pieces, giving every surviving artifact its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Experiences Shared by Luksits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e25th Buddhist Century Phra Leela\u003c\/strong\u003e has remained familiar to generations of Thai collectors because it represents something broader than the work of a single temple or master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blessing ceremony brought together respected monks and meditation masters from different parts of Thailand. For many luksits, this gives the artifact a particularly complete character for everyday wearing — covering traditional themes of protection, metta, progress and general auspiciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional accounts associate the series with protection, metta, progress, baramee and smoother movement through difficulties. The Walking Buddha itself reinforces this idea of continuing forward rather than remaining obstructed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who appreciate older mainstream Thai Buddha amulets, it is a piece where historical significance, an important national ceremony and practical everyday wear come together naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Leela 25th Buddhist Century\u003c\/strong\u003e was created in \u003cstrong\u003eB.E. 2500 (1957)\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of Thailand's great commemoration of 2,500 years of the Buddhist era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project was closely connected with the establishment of \u003cstrong\u003eBuddhamonthon at Salaya, Nakhon Pathom\u003c\/strong\u003e, and became one of the most recognisable national Buddhist issues of its period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amulets underwent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etwo major consecration sessions at the ordination hall of Wat Suthat Thepwararam Ratchaworamahawihan in Bangkok\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Historical accounts describe 25 senior monks conducting formal Buddhist chanting and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e108 invited masters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e participating in meditation and consecration. The combined ritual period is traditionally recorded as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esix days and six nights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present example is the \u003cstrong\u003echin lead-alloy version\u003c\/strong\u003e, depicting the graceful standing Walking Buddha. Published historical accounts record approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2,421,250 chin-metal pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, with another 2,421,250 produced in the clay and sacred-powder series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB.E. 2500 was regarded throughout the Buddhist world as an important historical milestone — the traditional completion of \u003cstrong\u003e2,500 years of the Buddhist era\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThailand marked the occasion with a major national programme of Buddhist activities. Among the most important was the development of \u003cstrong\u003eBuddhamonthon\u003c\/strong\u003e, a large Buddhist centre at Salaya in Nakhon Pathom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Walking Buddha became closely associated with this project. A monumental Phra Leela Buddha image was planned as its central figure, while smaller Phra Leela amulets were created as part of the wider commemorative programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003e11 February B.E. 2500\u003c\/strong\u003e, King Bhumibol Adulyadej attended the inaugural ceremony at Wat Suthat in Bangkok. Historical accounts record the ceremonial casting of gold Walking Buddha images and the pressing of the first thirty clay-and-powder amulets during this occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting B.E. 2500 series became popularly known among collectors as the \u003cstrong\u003ePhra 25 Phutthasattawat\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 25th Buddhist Century amulets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigins of the Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metallic version is generally described as \u003cstrong\u003echin\u003c\/strong\u003e, with lead forming an important part of the alloy rather than the artifact being made simply from pure lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional accounts describe a complex mixture incorporating lead, tin, antimony and other metals associated with sacred alloy preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore importantly, inscribed sheets of metal were reportedly contributed by monks and masters from different parts of Thailand. These sheets had been written with sacred characters, yantras and katha before being sent for inclusion in the casting mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld sacred casting remnants and metal associated with earlier religious ceremonies were also incorporated into the alloy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished metal therefore carried significance beyond its basic composition. Within Thai sacred-metal tradition, the accumulated ritual history of the ingredients was itself considered an important part of the artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRitual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe consecration of the B.E. 2500 series was conducted on an exceptional scale at \u003cstrong\u003eWat Suthat Thepwararam in Bangkok\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amulets underwent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 major consecration sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e8 February B.E. 2500, with the royal foundation ceremony on 11 February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e2–4 May B.E. 2500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the royal inaugural ceremony of \u003cstrong\u003e11 February B.E. 2500\u003c\/strong\u003e, twenty-five senior monks participated in Buddhist chanting. This was followed by an extensive consecration involving \u003cstrong\u003e108 invited monks and meditation masters from throughout Thailand\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSome of the masters attending the consecration \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLP Toh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Pradoochimplee,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Sodh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Paknam, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePhor Tan Klai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Suan Khan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\"\u003eLP Jong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Natang Nok, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Tae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Sam Ngam, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Ngern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Don Yai Hom, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Khao Analyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Tham Klong Ple Temple,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Pae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Pikulthong, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLPHom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Chakmak \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\"\u003eKruba Wang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Ban Dan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Chaeng\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Molee, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Kleeb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Taling Chan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLP Saeng\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wat Kalaya Nimit, \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe masters represented numerous temples and regional traditions, making the ceremony particularly notable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the larger production had been completed, a further major consecration was held before the amulets were distributed. Historical accounts therefore describe more than one important ceremonial stage rather than a single brief blessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis broad participation is central to the reputation of the series. The Phra Leela was not dependent upon the wicha of one individual master, but emerged from a national Buddhist ceremony involving many respected practitioners of that generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlessings and Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Leela\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Walking Buddha, traditionally carries the symbolism of moving forward with awareness and overcoming the obstacles encountered along one's path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Thai devotional tradition, the B.E. 2500 series has long been associated with \u003cstrong\u003emetta, protection, klaew klad, baramee and general auspiciousness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walking posture also gives the image a natural association with progress. It is commonly regarded as suitable for those seeking smoother advancement in work, livelihood and personal affairs, as well as protection while travelling or moving between places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor business owners and working professionals, the traditional interpretation can extend towards smoother opportunities, supportive relationships and steady progress rather than sudden fortune alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModern Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B.E. 2500 Phra Leela remains particularly suitable as an everyday Buddha amulet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts slim upright form is comfortable for regular wearing, while its traditional blessings are broad enough to suit business, work, travel and daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also historically approachable for newer collectors. Rather than requiring knowledge of a highly localised lineage, the artifact connects directly with a major national Buddhist event and one of the most ambitious consecration programmes of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is a \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Leela, or Walking Buddha, from the 25th Buddhist Century commemorative issue of B.E. 2500 (1957)\u003c\/strong\u003e, ceremonially associated with Wat Suthat in Bangkok. It is made from the traditional \u003cstrong\u003echin lead-based sacred alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has developed the characteristic dark grey to almost charcoal appearance seen on well-aged examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front depicts the Buddha standing gracefully in the \u003cstrong\u003eLeela posture\u003c\/strong\u003e, surrounded by a tall flame-shaped aureole and standing upon a small tiered base. The reverse carries the traditional sacred yantra composition associated with the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn older chin examples, differences in surface tone, oxidation, casting definition and small imperfections are expected as part of their production and subsequent ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artifact shown is preserved within a \u003cstrong\u003egold-toned decorative inner frame and clear protective casing\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing both sides of the original amulet to remain visible. It is also accompanied by an \u003cstrong\u003eauthenticity certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing additional documentation for this particular piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phra Leela is already a broad-purpose Buddhist artifact and can comfortably be worn on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who prefer pairing, it works naturally with a \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Somdej\u003c\/strong\u003e for metta and stability, \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Sivali\u003c\/strong\u003e for livelihood and travelling fortune, or another traditional Buddha image associated with protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts symbolism of forward movement also makes it an appropriate central piece for those entering a new career, developing a business or beginning another important stage of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Leela 25th Buddhist Century\u003c\/strong\u003e interesting to me is that its importance does not rest upon rarity alone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amulet creation on that occasion has been recorded as the biggest ever in quantity and a country greatest blessing ceremony by 108 great Guru monks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore than two million chin examples were produced, yet behind them was a national Buddhist undertaking involving the establishment of Buddhamonthon, royal participation and an unusually large gathering of respected monks and masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is therefore an artifact I view as a surviving piece of \u003cstrong\u003emodern Thai Buddhist history\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than simply another old amulet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an artifact created almost seventy years ago, it remains remarkably wearable today — simple in form, historically important and connected with one of Thailand's defining Buddhist commemorations of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OOBThaiAmulets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48367797797001,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0793\/files\/Untitled-6-4.jpg?v=1789697194","url":"https:\/\/oobamulets.com\/products\/phra-leela-satawas-2500","provider":"OOBThaiAmulets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}