Luang Phor Ngern (Wat Bang Khlan) Amulet Study Guide: Molds, Materials and Macro Photos

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This page brings together all 73 Luang Phor Ngern amulets that Amulet Ping owns and has photographed itself, grouped by mold (phim) and batch so you can compare them on one page. 65 of them include 100–1,000× high-magnification photos of the material and surface. Biography and beliefs are given as traditionally told; nothing here certifies the authenticity or age of any piece.

Short biography of Luang Phor Ngern

Luang Phor Ngern Phutthachoti of Wat Bang Khlan — Lived 1808–1919 (BE 2351–2462) · Wat Bang Khlan, Phichit

Luang Phor Ngern Phutthachoti (c. 1808–1919) was the abbot of Wat Bang Khlan in Phichit and one of the most famous monks of the late 19th century. His cast statuettes (Rup Lor) in the Khi Ta, Niyom and Job molds are among the most sought-after old amulets in Thailand.

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Which molds of Luang Phor Ngern has Amulet Ping recorded?

73 pieces in 12 mold/batch groups, dated BE 2462; the most common material is Mixed alloy.

Mold / batch	Pieces	Year (BE)	Material
Khi Ta 4-Chai	18	2462	Mixed alloy
Niyom 4-Chai, Indra-eye	16	2462	Mixed alloy, Silver
Niyom 4-Chai	11	2462	Mixed alloy
Niyom 3-Chai	7	2462	Mixed alloy
Khi Ta 5-Chai	7	2462	Mixed alloy, Khan Long Hin bronze
Job Lek (small hoe) straight shin	4	2462	Mixed alloy
Job Yai (large hoe)	3	2462	Mixed alloy
Job Lek (small hoe) joined shins	2	2462	Mixed alloy
Niyom B 4-Chai	2	2462	Mixed alloy
Khi Ta 3-Chai Sangwan chain	1	2462	Mixed alloy
Niyom 4-Chai hand under seat	1	2462	Mixed alloy
Niyom	1	2462	Mixed alloy

By mold and batch, with real photos

Each group lists every piece of the same mold or batch, so you can see what they share and how each one differs. Click a name to see every side and the macro photos.

Metal by era and traces of manufacture

The well-known cast statuettes of Luang Phor Ngern, such as the Niyom and Khi Ta molds, are traditionally said to have been made by lost-wax casting in clusters and then cut apart, so file marks are often found under the base. Because each wax model was finished by hand, no two pieces are exactly alike.

The metal found most often in the old statuettes is a brass-type alloy. With age the surface tends to turn yellow-green to dark brown, with deposits in deep crevices while frequently touched high points wear smooth.

Collectors date the old statuettes to roughly BE 2451–2460 (1908–1917), though details are still debated, and the temple has continued to issue later batches to the present day.

In general, metals form natural surface layers in different ways: copper, brass and bronze tend to develop a dark-brown oxide and sometimes green deposits; silver tarnishes brown to black; lead and lead–tin (chin) show white-grey deposits. Students look at whether these layers are continuous and natural between deep recesses and high points. Macro photos can only show whether what is visible is consistent with metal of the period; they cannot state a year of making.

Macro photos compared across pieces

Surface macro photos from several Luang Phor Ngern pieces, side by side to study material, surface and deposits. These recorded photos look the same to everyone and can be re-checked. Read more about the method in Scientific amulet study: how 100–1,000× macro photos differ from a 10× loupe (click a photo to enlarge).

1000× magnification — Luang Phor Ngern statuette, Khi Ta 3-Chai with Sangwan

100× magnification — Luang Phor Ngern statuette, Niyom 3-Chai, Mixed alloy, Wat

1000× magnification — Luang Phor Ngern statuette, Niyom 4-Chai, Mixed alloy, Wat

1000× magnification — Luang Phor Ngern statuette, Niyom 3-Chai, Mixed alloy, Wat

1000× magnification — Luang Phor Ngern coin, Job Yai (large hoe), Mixed alloy

Beliefs

His name means 'money'; devotees associate his amulets with prosperity, trade and good fortune. These are traditional beliefs passed down among devotees, not guarantees of any result. Please use your own judgement.

How many Luang Phor Ngern amulets does Amulet Ping have?

73 pieces in 12 mold/batch groups; the largest group is Khi Ta 4-Chai with 18 pieces. Every piece is photographed on all sides by Amulet Ping.

How should I study a Luang Phor Ngern amulet?

Look at real photos from several angles, compare the mold with other pieces in the same group, check how natural the material and deposits look in the macro photos, and consult an experienced expert you trust. Amulet Ping does not certify the authenticity or age of any piece; this page is for study only.

Summary

This page is a starting point for studying Luang Phor Ngern amulets from real pieces, covering every piece Amulet Ping has recorded, and it updates automatically when new pieces are added. See all of them on the Luang Phor Ngern page. Please use your own judgement.

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Luang Phor Ngern (Wat Bang Khlan) Amulet Study Guide: Molds, Materials and Macro Photos

Short biography of Luang Phor Ngern

Which molds of Luang Phor Ngern has Amulet Ping recorded?

By mold and batch, with real photos

Khi Ta 4-Chai (18 pcs)

Niyom 4-Chai, Indra-eye (16 pcs)

Niyom 4-Chai (11 pcs)

Niyom 3-Chai (7 pcs)

Khi Ta 5-Chai (7 pcs)

Job Lek (small hoe) straight shin (4 pcs)

Job Yai (large hoe) (3 pcs)

Job Lek (small hoe) joined shins (2 pcs)

Niyom B 4-Chai (2 pcs)

Khi Ta 3-Chai Sangwan chain (1 pcs)

Niyom 4-Chai hand under seat (1 pcs)

Niyom (1 pcs)