Phra Kru Pim Soom Thong (Nur Din) • Wat Klang Thung, Ayutthaya
Kru (Buried Chamber) Discovery • Sacred Clay (Nur Din) • DD-Pra authentication
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Phra Kru Pim Soom Thong (Nur Din) • Wat Klang Thung, Ayutthaya • DD-Pra certificate shown
Introduction
Phra Kru Pim Soom Thong is a classic “Phra Kru” — an amulet associated with a kru chamber (burial cache) and later rediscovery. This piece is made from Nur Din (sacred clay), showing natural age tones, patina, and surface character that collectors look for in kru-type finds. The photo set includes DD-Pra authentication (as shown), supporting confidence for collectors who value third-party verification.
In collector circles, “Soom Thong” is often discussed for a balanced blend of protection, prosperity, and support from benefactors. As with many kru lines, historical details can differ by source; this listing presents the commonly shared narratives and encourages independent verification.
Amulet Information
Amulet Name: Phra Kru Pim Soom Thong (Nur Din / Sacred Clay)
Temple: Wat Klang Thung, Ayutthaya
Type: Phra Kru (buried chamber/cache tradition)
Material: Nur Din (sacred clay) with natural patina and age texture
Authentication: DD-Pra certificate
Collector Note: “Kru age” is described differently across sources; see History section below
SKU: TAC-KRU-SOOMTHONG-KLANGTHUNG-001
Price:
SGD 268
Front view • Pim Soom Thong (mold) character and natural clay surface
Back/side view • Age lines, patina, and kru-preservation character
Authenticity verified by DD-Pra (as shown in provided image)
History (What Collectors Commonly Reference)
“Phra Kru Wat Klang Thung / Soom Thong” appears in multiple collector write-ups and marketplace notes. Two common timelines are often mentioned:
1) “Ayutthaya-era” framing (older estimate)
Some listings describe this as an Ayutthaya-period sacred clay amulet, with an estimate around 400–500 years. This framing is usually used to emphasize “kru heritage” and the long burial/preservation period.
2) “Temple kru batch” framing (documented oral-history style)
Other collector articles (Thai language) attribute Wat Klang Thung amulets to a later period, often citing a creation around BE2450 (early 1900s), with a major opening/redistribution during temple renovation around BE2503. This narrative commonly mentions multiple respected masters in the region and a large-scale merit-making creation, followed by burial inside a chedi and later rediscovery when the chedi/structures were restored.
For collectors, the practical takeaway is simple: regardless of which timeline a source prefers, this is treated as a kru-associated amulet tied to Wat Klang Thung, with the surface and clay behavior reflecting long preservation. The DD-Pra verification shown in the photo set further supports collectibility and confidence.
Design and Pim (Mold)
- Pim Soom Thong refers to the mold style recognized by collectors under the “Soom Thong” family.
- Stylistic feel: a compact, grounded Buddha form with natural clay granules and age tone typical of kru-preserved pieces.
- Surface character: micro-pitting, soil tone variation, and patina are common indicators collectors consider consistent with long-term storage/burial.
Materials (Nur Din — Sacred Clay)
- Main substance: sacred clay (Nur Din / Din Phong) with natural mineral texture
- Typical preparation (traditional practice): clay blended with temple earth and ritual powders, then molded and dried/fired
- Collector lens: older clay amulets often show “dry warmth,” natural micro-cracks, and aged surface granularity
Consecration and Kru (Burial Chamber)
- Ritual process: blessed through monk-led chanting and temple ceremony cycles
- Interment: stored/buried in chedi or kru chambers as a “merit time capsule” and temple protection tradition
- Rediscovery: kru caches are commonly revealed during restoration, excavation, or structural renovation periods
- Authentication note: DD-Pra certificate shown (DD-Pra commonly uses certificate + database/QR checking systems in Thai amulet verification ecosystems)
Spiritual Significance (Collector Belief)
- Protection: shielding from harm, danger, and misfortune
- Maha Lap / Prosperity: supportive luck, smoother opportunities, “opening roads”
- Metta Mahaniyom: kindness, charm, and better social reception
- Support from patrons: collectors often describe Soom Thong as helpful for benefactor support and “nobleman backing” themes
Rarity and Collectibility
- Kru association: limited finds and uneven condition distribution are normal for kru caches
- Condition: natural age signs (patina, soil tone, micro-cracks) are expected and often valued as “honest kru character”
- Verification: DD-Pra certificate shown strengthens confidence for collectors
- Collector value: regarded as a heritage-style amulet within central Thailand kru traditions
In summary: Phra Kru Pim Soom Thong (Nur Din) • Wat Klang Thung is treasured as a kru-associated sacred clay amulet with strong collector belief in protection, prosperity, and supportive relationships—presented here with the provided photo set and DD-Pra authentication shown.
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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.