5 x Phra Pheng Rattanakosin Nur Loha Phasom (小金佛) • Mixed Metal Alloy
BE2394 • Not specified in the listing. • Consecration details not specified in the listing. • Lineage / issuing tradition not specified in the listing.
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Overview set of 5 pieces — collectors often nickname this style “小金佛” (Little Gold Buddha), noted for warm-toned โลหะผสม (mixed metal) surfaces and devotional Buddha-form presentation.
What This Piece Represents (Collector Lens)
In Thai amulet culture, small Buddha-form metal castings from older eras are often appreciated in two layers: (1) devotional value—keeping a Buddha image close as a reminder of refuge (สรณะ) and practice, and (2) collector value—how convincingly the surfaces, casting character, and aging cues align with the stated period. This listing presents a five-piece set associated with the early Rattanakosin timeframe (BE2394 stated), described as “Little Gold Buddha,” a nickname collectors use for compact, gold-like alloy tones rather than literal gold content.
Amulet Information
Name: Phra Pheng Rattanakosin / Phra Nattan (小金佛) • Thai name: Not specified in the listing.
Material: Nur Loha Phasom (โลหะผสม) • Mixed metal alloy (exact formula not specified).
Year (BE): 2394 (CE year not specified in the listing).
Temple: Not specified in the listing.
Monk: Not specified in the listing.
Lineage Note: Standard Certificate is mentioned; consecration/issuer details are not specified in the listing.
SKU: Not specified in the listing.
Price:
SGD 338
History & Lineage Context
The listing associates these pieces with the Rattanakosin era and specifies BE2394, but does not name an issuing temple, a commissioning group, or a consecrating monk. In collector documentation, this is an important distinction: “era attribution” and “issuer attribution” are not the same. When temple/monk data is missing, the most responsible approach is to treat the date claim as a listing note that should be verified through material study, comparison to referenced specimens, and expert opinion.
Monk biography and lineage notes are not specified in the listing. If the “Standard Certificate” refers to a third-party authentication or shop-issued certificate, collectors typically keep it as supporting paperwork, while still relying on close visual inspection (texture, patina behavior, mold lines, wear patterns) for final confidence.
Temple history and the original issue purpose are not specified in the listing. In general, older Buddha-form castings were commonly made for devotional distribution, merit-making, or as commemoratives; however, this specific batch purpose cannot be stated without source documentation.
About the Material
“Nur Loha Phasom” (โลหะผสม) indicates a mixed-metal composition. In Thai collecting language, this typically points to an alloy blend chosen for casting stability, color, and symbolic value—often producing a warm “gold-like” appearance that inspires nicknames such as “Little Gold Buddha,” without implying pure gold content.
- Collector cue: surface tonality and oxidation behavior—mixed alloys often show multi-tone aging rather than a single flat color.
- Collector cue: casting character—older molds and hand-finished edges can leave small tells (softness of detail, micro-pitting, natural wear).
- Care note (non-prescriptive): avoid aggressive polishing; collectors usually prefer “honest patina” as part of documentation.
Design / Pim / Variant Notes
This listing presents a compact Buddha-form casting commonly grouped under “Phra Pheng Rattanakosin / Phra Nattan” naming. Specific pim (พิมพ์) or mold-generation notes are not specified. From a documentation angle, the key is consistency across the set—proportion, face and torso geometry, base shape, and how the alloy shows on high points versus recessed areas.
Traditional Spiritual Attributes & Metaphysical Properties
The listing states intentions such as metta, wealth, luck, protection, achievements, and good business. In Thai amulet culture, these are usually framed as traditional attributions—เมตตา (warm regard/likeability), มหาลาภ (good fortune/abundance), and คุ้มครอง (protective safeguarding)—supported by devotional practice, ethical conduct, and confidence in the object’s consecration, rather than guaranteed outcomes.
- Metta (เมตตา): devotees often associate Buddha-form pieces with calm presence and smoother interpersonal dealings.
- Luck/Wealth (มหาลาภ): commonly linked to opportunities and “good timing,” especially for traders and business owners.
- Protection (คุ้มครอง): worn as a reminder of mindfulness and as a cultural form of safeguarding while traveling or working.
Rarity Assessment & Collector Significance
The listing labels this set as “Rare” and dates it to BE2394, which—if supported by credible provenance—would be a strong rarity indicator due to age and survivability. However, the issuer (temple/monk), batch history, and reference documentation are not specified in the listing, so rarity should be treated as a collector-opinion claim. Practical rarity cues collectors look for include: consistent old-surface behavior across all five pieces, believable edge wear (not artificial), and a certificate that can be cross-checked with the issuing party’s standards.
Conclusion
As a five-piece “Little Gold Buddha” mixed-alloy set attributed to early Rattanakosin BE2394, this listing sits in a category collectors often document carefully: the devotional form is clear, while the lineage data is incomplete. The best next step for a serious collector is to preserve the photo set and certificate details together, and verify era/issuer claims through comparison and qualified review.
Full Photo Reference Set
Photo 1 — close view (details for verification; lighting and angle affect perceived patina).
Photo 2 — alternate close view for texture, edges, and wear study.
Photo 3 — G-Pra certificate.
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Disclaimer: This article is for education and collector appreciation. Lineage/consecration notes are based on the details provided in the listing. Collectors should perform independent verification and consult qualified experts when needed.