Rian Luang Phor Kasem BE2516 (Bok Niyom) BE2516
Wat Sushan Trailak, Lampang
Material: Copper
Size: 1.5″
龙婆卡贤自身牌 佛历2516年
南邦府瓦苏善塔拉寺
In the world of Thai amulet collecting, there is a medallion hailed as a true legend — the Rian Sirimongkhon. More widely known among collectors as the Rian Rakang or “Bell-Shaped Medallion,” it stands as one of the most iconic creations of Luang Phor Kasem and is regarded as a top-tier masterpiece within his catalogue, valued in the million-baht class.
This batch was created in B.E. 2516 (1973 A.D.) and consecrated in a grand blessing ceremony. At that time, the bell-shaped design was unprecedented in the Thai amulet scene, instantly creating a sensation and later influencing countless future designs. Collectors widely agree that this was the breakthrough piece that catapulted Luang Phor Kasem’s medallions to nationwide prominence.
The official name Sirimongkhon carries the meaning of “bestowing auspiciousness and blessings.” When asked why he chose such a distinctive bell shape, Luang Phor Kasem humorously remarked that he hoped the bearer of this medallion would be as Dang — a Thai word meaning both “loud” and “renowned” — as the bell of the temple. That vision has indeed come true: today, this medallion is not only famous throughout the country but also holds an unrivaled place of prestige in the hearts of collectors, serving as a timeless symbol of Luang Phor Kasem’s legacy.
在泰国圣物收藏界，有一枚奖章被誉为传奇——“西里蒙空奖章”（Rian Sirimongkhon）。它更为人熟知的名字，是“钟形奖章”（Rian Rakang）。作为龙婆卡贤大师（Luang Por Kasem 龙婆卡贤）一生最具代表性的作品之一，这枚奖章不仅造型独特，更是大师圣物系列中屈指可数、价值百万泰铢级别的顶尖之作。
这批奖章诞生于佛历2516年（公元1973年），在一场盛大的加持仪式中隆重开光。那一年，钟形的设计在泰国圣物界尚属首创，其独特的外观迅速引发轰动，并在日后影响了无数圣牌的造型设计。收藏界普遍认为，这正是让龙婆卡贤奖章名声大噪、走向全泰知名的关键之作。
“西里蒙空”这一正式名称，寓意“赐予吉祥与祝福”。而对于为何采用钟形设计，大师曾笑言，他希望佩戴者能够像庙里的钟一样“Dang”——既声如洪钟，又名扬四方。事实证明，这份祝愿早已成真：如今，这枚奖章不仅声名远播，更在收藏界享有至高地位，被视为龙婆卡贤一生的经典象征。