Phra Khun Paen Plai Khu • Pim Thewada • Nur Din
BE2490–2492 • Wat Bang Krang • Rare & popular mould • “Big ceremony” issue • With Standard Amulet Certificate
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Rare Phra Khun Paen Plai Khu Pim Thewada (Nur Din) from Wat Bang Krang, dated BE2490–2492, documented with a Standard Certificate.
Collector Lens
“Plai Khu” Khun Paen from Wat Bang Krang carries a very specific collector appeal: it is both a folk-hero lineage and a temple-distributed merit piece from a well-known BE2490–2492 cycle. The Pim Thewada (“Deva/angelic” mould) is especially loved for its refined composition—often described as a Khun Paen that feels noble, composed, and supportive, rather than aggressive.
In traditional belief framing, Khun Paen is commonly associated with metta (goodwill), protective presence, and support from benefactors. Collectors also value this series because the narrative is anchored in a documented multi-year temple process—making it easier to catalogue, compare, and study across mould families.
Collector Identity Card
Amulet: Phra Khun Paen Plai Khu • Pim Thewada (พระขุนแผน ปลายคู่ พิมพ์เทวดา)
Material: Nur Din (sacred baked clay / earthen body)
Year (BE): 2490–2492
Temple: Wat Bang Krang
Certificate: Standard Certificate (as provided)
Core Themes: Metta • Protection • Wealth-flow • Nobleman/benefactor support (belief-framed)
SKU: TAC-KP-BK-PLK-TWD-2490
Price:
SGD 208
Historical Context & Purpose
The Wat Bang Krang Khun Paen series (BE2490–2492) is frequently discussed as a temple-driven creation cycle with multiple blessing moments and staged enshrinement. In collector documentation, the most important thing is to record the timeline clearly and avoid mixing “later retellings” into hard claims.
- BE2490: early blessing phase attributed to Luang Phor Mui (Wat Don Rai) for mould sets associated with Wat Bang Krang’s program.
- Supervision is commonly recorded under Phra Khru Aphat Silakhun (Phra Palat Thawi), connected to the same lineage network.
- Sacred ingredients are described as including powdered remnants from older amulets/crypt finds in Suphan Buri tradition (collector-recorded narrative).
- BE2491: a formal blessing ceremony is recorded with a group of senior monks (often cited as “seven”).
- BE2492: another major ceremony is recorded before enshrining into the original pagoda, with an expanded group of guru monks (often cited as “ten”).
- Distribution is frequently described as wide—merit campaigns reaching officials, units, and the public—explaining why good, verifiable originals are still “scarce in practice.”
Materials & Craftsmanship
This piece is documented as Nur Din—a baked-clay body often blended with powders and older sacred remnants in temple tradition. For collectors, Nur Din is not only “material,” but also a study subject: texture, density, and natural aging tend to be the most reliable clues when comparing across true period pieces.
- Blend profile: sacred powders, herbs, and older amulet remnants (as commonly recorded for this program).
- Pressing: temple mould pressing, with occasional press marks and organic rim behavior.
- Traditional handling: collector lore often notes “Saturday firing/processing” in certain clay programs—record as tradition unless supported by primary documentation.
- Mould families: Thewada (angelic), Samadhi, and Lek mould lines are commonly cited within the broader BE2490–2492 family.
Detail view — note mould line clarity, rim shape, and surface maturity typical of well-kept Nur Din pieces.
Consecration & Spiritual Empowerment
The BE2490–2492 Wat Bang Krang narrative is often presented as a staged consecration program—multiple ceremonies culminating in pagoda enshrinement. From a collector’s standpoint, what matters is that this series is treated as a temple-cycle amulet, not a single-night batch.
- Recorded as having a major ritual blessing in BE2491 (commonly cited as seven senior monks).
- Recorded as having a further consecration moment in BE2492 (commonly cited as ten guru monks) before enshrinement.
- Distribution described as merit-based—reaching officials, units, and lay devotees over time.
Second detail view — surface age, handling marks, and relief balance are key “study points” for Pim Thewada.
Spiritual Significance & Benefits (Traditional Belief Framing)
Collectors typically describe Pim Thewada Khun Paen as a “soft power” piece—strong on social harmony and benefactor energy. Benefits are traditionally described as follows:
- Metta Mahaniyom: goodwill, smoother relationships, kinder reception.
- Klaew Klaad: avoidance of misfortune and unnecessary trouble.
- Chok Lap: improved wealth-flow, lucky openings, opportunity.
- Nobleman Support: patronage, mentorship, helpful seniors.
- Kongkraphan Chatri: a stronger “protective field” (belief-framed).
Standard certificate reference image (as provided). Archive tip: keep clear photos of the certificate face + amulet close-ups for future matching.
Rarity & Collectibility
- Pim Thewada is widely regarded as a rare & popular mould within the BE2490–2492 family.
- Even where distribution numbers are described as large, clean originals with documentation remain scarce in practice.
- Certified pieces in good preservation are consistently sought after for both wear and study collections.
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Disclaimer: This article is for education and collector appreciation. Spiritual attributes are presented as traditional beliefs, not guarantees. Historical notes are written conservatively based on provided details and commonly recorded collector timelines; independent verification is recommended for advanced provenance claims.