Object Number | 85-24-13 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Thai | Buddhist |
Provenience | Thailand | Bangkok |
Date Made | 1900-1985 |
Section | Asian |
Materials | Tin (uncertain) |
Iconography | Cedi | Stupa |
Description | Metal pyramid. This amulet represents a chedi (Thai for stupa). It is said to come from Wat Suthat, Bangkok, and is used by men for increasing fertility and well-being. It is a Phra Kring amulet and rattles when shaken (see 84-24-2). |
Length | 4 cm |
Width | 2 cm |
Credit Line | Museum Purchase, 1985 |
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