Phataphin (Ta Pian) • Wealth Fetching Fishes • Ngern Thong
BE2490–2499 • Luang Phor Chong (LP Chong / LP Jong) • Wat Natangnok • with Thaprachan Certificate
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Collector Lens: The Ta Pian fish (ปลาตะเพียน) is one of the most “practical” sacred symbols in Thai folk-Buddhist life: prosperity you can hang at the storefront, a household charm you can place near an entryway, a commerce talisman that speaks clearly to Thai-Chinese belief in surplus. In the hands of Luang Phor Chong of Wat Natangnok, the fish becomes a compact mechanism: metta + protection + smooth livelihood flow, expressed through an object people actually use.
The History and Significance of Luang Phor Chong’s Ta Pian (Wealth-Fetching Fish)
Creator: Luang Phor Chong, Wat Natangnok (Ayutthaya) • Period: BE2490–2499 • Type: Ngern–Thong Ta Pian Pair
Detail view — Ta Pian fish form with devotional wear pattern; valued for integrity of shape, hole position, and surface character.
Companion view — pairing symbolism is central: “two fish, one flow” (balance, continuity, household harmony).
Documentation reference — certification supports provenance and collector due-diligence.
1) Origins in Buddhist Legend
The Ta Pian fish (ปลาตะเพียน) holds a symbolic place in Thai Buddhist tradition. In Thai religious storytelling, it is linked to Jataka narratives — past-life accounts that communicate virtue through vivid, everyday imagery. The fish becomes a moral emblem: guidance, protection, and the calm intelligence to bring others safely through uncertain waters.
This is why the Ta Pian is remembered as a “merchant helper” symbol — prosperity not by luck alone, but by benevolence, steadiness, and right conduct.
2) Symbolism of the Ta Pian Fish
In Thai culture, fish represent abundance and sustenance — captured in the saying: “Nai nam mee pla, nai na mee khao” (“In the water, there is fish; in the field, there is rice.”)
In Thai-Chinese communities, fish symbolism intensifies: in Chinese, “fish” (鱼 / yú) echoes the sound of “surplus,” forming the idea of abundance year after year. This is why Ta Pian charms are often chosen for shops, households, and weddings — places where continuity and livelihood are central.
3) Amulet Design and Materials
Luang Phor Chong popularized the Ta Pian in paired form, expressing balance and “two-way flow” (incoming fortune and guarded keeping). Traditionally, the pair is spoken of as:
• Male Ta Pian: “silver” (Ngern) tone
• Female Ta Pian: “gold” (Thong) tone
In practice, the “silver/gold” distinction can appear as tonal finishing and surface character, and collectors focus on period-consistent workmanship: fish silhouette, hole placement, thickness feel, and aging that matches genuine long-term use.
4) Ritual Consecration and Blessing
Ta Pian charms associated with Luang Phor Chong are respected for ritual seriousness — a blend of monastic discipline and focused blessing work. Traditional accounts describe protective chanting and wealth-attracting recitations, with devotees often referencing Na Cha Li Ti as part of the “livelihood luck” framing in common Thai practice.
Note: Ritual descriptions reflect cultural belief and oral tradition. Outcomes are non-guaranteed and vary by individual practice, conduct, and conditions.
5) Cultural and Practical Usage
Common placements (traditional practice):
• Shopfront / cashier area — to invite steady trade and guard the “mouth of money”.
• Home entryway — to support household harmony and keep livelihood stable.
• Boats / travel — to symbolize safe passage and smooth returns.
• Pocket charm — modern carry method for business owners and negotiators.
6) Historical Significance (Mid-Period Batches)
Collectors often discuss mid-period production within the BE2490–2499 range, where pieces show mature workmanship and stable form. When documentation is present (e.g., Thaprachan certificate), it strengthens the collector story — especially for items circulating widely in commerce circles.
7) Legacy and Collector Value
Luang Phor Chong’s Ta Pian remains an iconic “livelihood amulet” — not because it is flashy, but because its symbolism is direct: abundance, continuity, and protection for people who work with customers, trade, and daily risk. For Thai-Chinese devotees, it is also a culturally fluent emblem — prosperity expressed in a form both Thai and Chinese tradition immediately understands.
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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.