Amulet Collection Highlights: Luang Pu Samlee’s 'Khwan Fa' Coin

According to a report by Khaosod Online, Luang Pu Samlee Suttajitto, the abbot of Wat Tham Kuha Waree in Wang Saphung District, Loei Province, initiated a project to build the 'Chantasaro Nusorn' pagoda. This structure is intended to honor his teacher, Luang Pu Louis of Wat Tham Pha Bueng.

To support the construction costs, followers were granted permission to produce the 'Khwan Fa' (Thunder Axe) coin series in 2016. The coin features an oval shape without a hole, depicting a half-body portrait of Luang Pu Samlee in a diagonal robe on the front, inscribed with his name and the temple location. The reverse side displays a Naga, an axe, and lightning motifs, surrounded by sacred inscriptions. The series was produced in various materials.

For travelers and residents interested in Thai Buddhist culture, these amulets represent a specific fundraising effort tied to local temple architecture and lineage. While the report details the historical context and design of the 2016 series, it does not provide current updates on the completion status of the pagoda or the availability of these specific coins today. Those interested in visiting Wat Tham Kuha Waree or learning more about the project should verify the current status of the construction and temple activities directly, as the report focuses on the historical background of the amulet production.