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Emerald Buddha
Emerald Buddha, in the cool season attire
The Emerald Buddha (Thai: – Phra Kaeo Morakot, or Phra Phuttha Maha Mani Rattana Patimakon) is considered the palladium of the Kingdom of Thailand.[1][2] It is a figurine of the meditating Buddha seated in yogic posture, made of a semi-precious green stone (jade or jasper rather than emerald), clothed in gold,[3] and about 26 inches (66 cm) tall.[4] It is housed in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) on the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok.[3]