Phra Luang Por Thuad, Lang Tao Rit Yai Phim A, Nuea Loha Phasom, B.E. 2505 (1962), Wat Ratsaburana (Wat Chang Hai), Pattani

Highlights

• The big A mould, the most sought-after of the large cast moulds of the 2505 batch.
• Cast the old way, poured in clusters and hand-filed; under royal patronage of the Middle Prince, with gold and silver added to the melt.
• Gold-alloy pieces only 99; large alloy and Nawa pieces about 6,000.
• Blessed three days and nights at Wat Chang Hai, handed out by Ajarn Tim on 19 May 2505. Protection from danger and sudden death.

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