About ARIYA

Ariya (อริยะ) is a brand founded with a steadfast commitment to presenting only authentic sacred amulets, carefully selected through the integration of ancient wisdom and modern technology. We employ a rigorous authentication process through a scientific lens combined with in-depth historical research. Our team of experts comprises scholars from various fields, including experienced antique specialists, amulet print experts, chemists who can analyze the composition of sacred objects, and historians who understand the historical context of each amulet. Everyone works together harmoniously to discover and confirm the authenticity of every amulet we present. We believe that what we offer is not just sacred objects, but 'truth' that every renter deserves. This ensures you can be confident that every amulet you rent from Ariya is genuinely authentic, with a clear history and proven with reliable academic evidence.

Many amulets are made from natural materials such as soil, sacred powder, flower pollen, herbs, medicinal plants, animal bones, or even natural metals like copper, silver, tin, and gold. Understanding natural science helps us see the value of the 'raw materials' used to create amulets.

• Herbs and medicinal plants: Believed to have protective or charm powers, therefore mixed into amulet powder
• Soil and stones: Each area has different minerals, resulting in different colors, textures, and surfaces for amulets from different regions
• Metal alloys: Some casting schools use rare metals or sacred minerals such as pocket silver, old takrut, pieces of religious objects as materials

The study of natural science helps us understand the origin of materials, differences, and natural beauty of amulets.

Amulets are not just charms but also reflect historical traces of each era.

• Ancient era: Phra Kru such as Phra Rod Lamphun, Phra Sum Ko Kamphaeng Phet show art and beliefs in the Hariphunchai-Sukhothai era
• Ayutthaya era: Creating amulets to encourage soldiers in war, such as Phra Kru Wat Ratchaburana
• Rattanakosin era: Guru monk amulets such as Luang Pu Thuat, Somdej To, Luang Pho Ngoen that focus on rituals and revered guru monks
• Social dimension: Amulets also reflect faith, politics, economics, and cultural exchange, such as creating amulets for royal celebrations or merit-making for temple restoration

Looking at amulets through historical lenses helps understand that each one has context and value over time, not just a single object.

Currently, the study of amulets doesn't rely solely on faith but also incorporates scientific knowledge for examination and analysis.

• Chemistry: Examining material composition such as metal ratios in cast amulets, compound substances in herb powder
• Physics: Using X-rays, microscopes, UV light to examine content and age authenticity of amulets
• Geology: Analyzing soil, minerals, and surface changes of amulets over time, such as antique stains, natural erosion
• Modern technology: Using AI and digital databases to help compare authentic-fake amulets, including 3D scanning for in-depth data collection

Therefore, science is an important tool in creating credibility and preserving amulet heritage for future value.