Rian Lp Koon Wat Baanrai for Wat Maipiren B.E.2519

History of Creation

• The Luang Por Koon Prisuttho Wat Ban Rai Medal, Wat Mai Piren Edition, B.E. 2519 (1976), Gold-Plated Version is one of the early issues closely associated with Luang Por Koon.
• Wat Mai Piren in Bangkok commissioned the medal in 1976.
• The temple created the medal to raise funds for development and restoration projects.
• During that period, Luang Por Koon frequently visited Bangkok and often stayed at Wat Mai Piren, which led to the creation of this commemorative issue.
• The temple produced the medal in several materials, including silver, nava loha, copper, and gold-plated copper.

Consecration Ceremony

• Luang Por Koon personally participated in the consecration.
• Several well-known monks of the era also joined the ceremony.
• Collectors and devotees value the medal for its association with protection, safety, prosperity, and popularity.

Characteristics of the Gold-Plated Version

• Features a half-body portrait of Luang Por Koon.
• Made from copper with a gold-plated finish.
• Exists in both hand-inscribed and non-inscribed varieties.
• Examples with strong original gold plating generally attract greater collector interest.

Popularity Among Collectors

• Collectors regard this medal as an important early-period issue produced outside Wat Ban Rai.
• Its historical background, respected consecration ceremony, and connection to Luang Por Koon’s early years contribute to its popularity.
• Demand remains steady, especially for examples with original plating and sharp details.

Basic Authenticity Features

• The rim should display natural strike characteristics and age-related wear.
• Facial details, robe lines, and design elements should appear sharp and well defined.
• The lettering and yantra designs on the reverse should remain clear and crisp.
• Original gold plating usually shows natural wear consistent with age and handling.