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Phra Nang Phaya is known as the “Queen of amulets,” and is a part of the Grand Benjapakee set. The triangular amulet portrays a Buddha in the subduing Mara posture (left-hand rests on the lap and palm facing up, right-hand bends over the knees and facing the ground which symbolizes enlightenment and imperturbable.

Phra Nang Phaya was created during the Ayutthaya era, in Phitsanulok province. Queen Wisutkasat, wife of King Mahathammarachathirat created the amulet during B.E. 2106 (A.D.1563) where there was a war break out. The initial batch of amulets was made in the warfare period, henceforth the quality and aesthetic were not as superb. However, Phra Nang Phaya amulet is considered as one of the most sacred amulets ever in Thailand. At the point of time, the amulets were mainly given out to the soldiers for protection.

King Naresuan succeeded the throne in B.E. 2133 (A.D.1590) after his father passed away. After gaining victory at the war, King Naresuan announced to renovate multiple temples; Wat Nang Phaya, Wat Phra Sri Rattanamahathat and Wat Rajburana that were built by his parents. King Naresuan also ordered to create the next batch of amulets to give and protect the soldiers. The second batch of Phra Nang Phaya was much more alluring and well made then the initial version. The rest of the amulets were then kept in the pagodas of the three above-mentioned temples. The incantation ceremony of the amulets was held in Wat Phra Sri Rattanamahathat and blessed by many sacred monks.

The Phra Nang Phaya amulets were only discovered in Wat Nang Phaya after many centuries in B.E. 2444 (A.D.1901) in King Rama V period. In preparation for the arrival of the King, renovations were made and amulets in large numbers are found underground. Subsequently, the amulets were presented to the King and he gave some to his officials. While the remaining ones are brought back to Bangkok and kept in Wat Inthrawiharn.

Phra Nang Phaya amulets are highly desirable and very popular among worshipers and collectors. It is good for its blessings like protection from dangers, gaining respect from others, and boosting attractiveness.