Description
Antique Thai Buddha amulets in an amulet market, Thailand, shallow depth of field. Thai Buddha amulets are produced by temples all over Thailand and they are worn around the neck for various reasons, such as a reminder of the Lord Buddha but also people believe that they offer protection from harm as a good luck charm. It is common for more than one to be worn. These antique Thai Buddha amulets that are shown in the image are typically found in market stalls, shopping centres and at temples all over Thailand. Different styles of images come from different temples and some styles are more popular than others. They are typically made from resin, clay, metal or wood.