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This is
one of the most sought after batches of Luang Phor Thuad
amulets blessed by Luang Phor Tim, Wat Changhai.
The first batch of
''Iron's Backside Shape'' Luang Phor Thuad BE 2505 amulets was
originally called Nua Klap they are made of a scared metallic
components under patronage of Prince Chaloemphol Dikhambhorn.
The ceremony to pour smelted gold was held at both Wat Changhai
and Bangkok.
The general
appearance of this batch was quite similar to the Luang Phor
Thuad amulets of the first batch of wahn amulets blessed in BE
2497 and probably the most famous of all.
There are numerous
types of pim, both in size and appearance, the details of which
are beyond the scope of this article, however I will
mention the most important variations.
Essentially this
batch comprised a number of different sized pims, large, medium
and small. Each size of pim is known to comprise variations not
only in appearance but also composition. It is for this reason
that if you were considering acquiring one of these amulets you
only do so if it has been properly certified by a professional
organisation. NOTE: There are more fakes than genuine
pims.

This is the large Pim (Repetitive
mould)
The most important
variation that you may note is that some of the amulets have
plain backs whilst others are lettered. Some pims also contain
the Thai letter 'Tor Tahan', on the base.
The pims with
letters to either the rear or bases were made in Bangkok and
dispatched to Luang Phor Tim where they were consecrated at Wat
Changhai.
One main variation
other than size and text was the moulding technique. They were
either hand made also called 'Antique moulding' or machine
made 'repetitive moulding'. You will note that these pims are
often referred to as repetitive pims to distinguish them from
the antique moulding. The antique moulded pims show the greatest
variation in quality.
One of the most
popular variants originates from the small mould. The small
moulds were made in two types, the Apache mould (due to the fact
it looked like an Apache Indian) and the raised face mould. The
Apache small mould being one of the most popular pims of all.
Another important
Variation is the composition of the amulet, some are made of
brass alloy, Navaloha, some of a special alloy known as Mekhapat
also known as Pim Niyom, and others are made of a lead alloy.
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These were made in
limited numbers and are without question the most expensive and
most desirable. The majority of these pims appear black in
colour but can appear red or even yellow depending on the
different and uncertain proportion of the metallic alloy. It is
known that they were made from a mixture of gold, brass, copper,
bronze along with other trace metals.

It is thought that
only 2,000 pims were made from this scared alloy, if you own one
of these consider yourself lucky.
The great ceremony
to bless these amulets was held on the 17th-19th may BE 2505. A
great many people attended in the hope of receiving one of the
amulets, distributed free at the time. Such was the demand that
the amulets were even being handed out through the windows. It
was because of this the amulets became known as the 'Nang Tang'
batch or Window Batch
There
were others amulets blessed at the same ceremony including
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Phra Phi
Nai Kam (The Will) |
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Fourth
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First
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NOTE: Another
batch of Iron's Backside Luang Phor Thuad amulets were blessed
in BE 2508, it is important you are aware of which batch you are
acquiring as the prices differ considerably
If you are
interested to acquire one of these pims along with proper
certification please contact us. Expect to pay from 600.00 UK
Pounds upwards.
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