Culture
Wat Khang Khao Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Sacred Coin with Special Ceremony
Nonthaburi’s Wat Khang Khao held a consecration ceremony for its 9th-edition sacred coin, marking 50 years since the first issue.
On August 30, 2026, officials and community members gathered at Wat Khang Khao in Bang Phai, Nonthaburi, to conduct a consecration ceremony for the temple's 9th-edition sacred coin. The event, led by Deputy Mayor of Bang Phai Municipality Chanwit Phromphanthai, took place before the 'Luang Pho Kao' statue—a 500-year-old standing Buddha image dating back to the mid-Ayutthaya period.
This ceremony commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first coin issue, which originally debuted in 1976. The initiative to produce this new edition was a collaborative effort between local officials, the temple, and the Bang Phai community to honor the sacred statue. Attendees at the event participated in traditional rituals, including observing incense sticks for auspicious numbers, a common practice among those seeking lottery luck in Thailand.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the deep-rooted local traditions surrounding temple amulets and the cultural significance of the historic Wat Khang Khao. The temple has scheduled the formal 'Phutthaphisek' (Buddha Abhiseka) consecration ritual for September 9, 2026, at 09:39 AM. While the ceremony serves as a cultural milestone for the community, those interested in the specific details of the coin distribution or the temple's ongoing anniversary activities should monitor official announcements from the temple or local municipal authorities for further updates.