Takrut Bracelet
Takrut size: 1.2 cm (width), 5.7 cm (length)
Bracelet circumference: 20 cm
Weight: 43.77 g
Price: 175,000 THB
Takrut Prayer Bead Bracelet: Art, Belief, and Traces of Time
In Thai history, jewelry has never been merely an ornament of beauty; it has reflected worldviews, beliefs, and the social status of its owner. This piece is a golden prayer bead bracelet woven together with a takrut amulet holder set with rubies and emeralds—two gemstones with different symbolic meanings, yet harmoniously complementing one another.
Artistic Elements
The central cylindrical takrut holder is decorated with scroll motifs and delicate ornamentation reminiscent of styles seen from the Ayutthaya to early Rattanakosin periods. Jewelry in these times often featured vivid gemstones set into gold or metal, and was adorned with scrolls, vines, and graceful curves symbolizing growth and vitality.
When combined with metal beads resembling prayer beads, which traditionally serve as symbols of meditation and chanting, this bracelet becomes more than a piece of adornment—it transforms elements of faith into wearable art.
The Meaning of Gemstones
Ruby: Celebrated as a symbol of vitality, prosperity, and authority. In Thai belief, ruby is one of the Navaratna (Nine Auspicious Gems), revered for enhancing prestige and success.
Emerald: Represents serenity, protection, and balance. It is believed to ward off evil and bring harmony to life and spirit.
Set together, these two gemstones do more than please the eye; they embody the union of two powers—strength and tranquility.
Takrut and Prayer Beads: Symbols of Belief
In Thai culture, a takrut is not merely an amulet but a “rolled scripture” or yantra inscribed with sacred texts by revered masters. It is believed to provide protection, invulnerability, charm, and auspicious blessings. When combined with prayer beads, the takrut reflects a profound concept: the merging of protection with meditation. The wearer carries both the strength of faith and the shield of sacred power at all times.
On another level, it reveals how sacred objects and the art of belief do not remain static they travel through time, leaving traces for future generations to study and reflect upon.
Art Interwoven with Faith
A takrut prayer bead bracelet adorned with rubies and emeralds such as this stands as a mirror of art and belief in traditional Thai society. In this context, art and faith were never separate; they were intertwined as one. Such jewelry embodies not only aesthetic beauty but also serves as a symbol of protection, auspiciousness, and the social prestige of its wearer.
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