You can purchase any type of gemstone you desire in Thailand however, not all of these pretty gemstones actually originate in this country. Thailand is the chief provider of blue sapphires in the world and these are indeed the real gemstones of Thailand.

Most of the gemstones that you will see for sale in Thailand have actually originated in the surrounding countries and they are then sent to Thailand to be expertly cut and polished for use in the jewellery industry. A lot of these stones come from Burma and places that are further afield such as Sri Lanka and Australia.

The wide range of jewellery available in Thailand makes it a veritable Aladdin’s cave for the jewellery shopper. It has also been my personal experience that jewellery
bought from a reputable dealer has a higher value when you have it appraised in your home country. Most jewellery for sale in Thailand is set in different carat weights of yellow gold, although white gold and silver are also very popular.

Good quality gems are available with the most popular being emeralds, rubies, diamonds, sapphires and amethysts. It is also possible to buy loose stones as well as set pieces. However, it is vitally important that you buy from a registered and reputable dealer who can give you information about this product rather than just sell it to you. You should also make sure that gemstones and metals are hallmarked to ensure that they are genuine. Their authenticity can also be enhanced with a certificate detailing exactly what you have purchased and the value of the piece.