For 22k or 23k the very small percentage which is not gold, if they use silver alloy, the piece will be more yellow. If they use copper alloy, it will either take on a little pink tone or at the very least, look less yellow! If it is 18K, when more copper alloy is used, that's how you get pink gold. It's all good gold and just a matter of preference for the tone. Great video! I hope this helps!
Really enjoyed your video. I really appreciate your understanding about Thai/Asian culture surrounding gold. It’s refreshing to know you are well informed and have done your research.
Excellent video! I appreciate that you had your other jewelry to show a comparison. I am surprised at just how rich the yellow colour is. It is not hard to imagine a thief might look at Thai jewelry and leave you alone because they assume it’s fake.
Thank you so much! I am happy to hear you like it) you are absolutely right, high purity gold jewelry just doesn’t look like real, many people tend to think it is costume jewelry 😅
Yes, you are absolutely right, the high purity of gold implies the color to be more yellow. However, at the end of the video I am comparing the 24 karat gold and still the Thai jewelry has unusual yellow color. Even if there is more copper, the pieces should go more to rose gold shade than intense yellow. May be we will find the answer later) Thank you for reply!
Interesting, very beautiful pieces I keep trying to tell other fellow Americans that its normal for people in Asia and other foreign lands. To have very high purity of precious metals in their jewelry . But it seems to fall flat, because our jewelers keep telling them "Its impossible, the metal is too soft, and will instantly break apart. " I told them i have 99.9% silver ring i eat and sleep with. And it has ZERO dents or dings in. Meanwhile 23k gold jewelry is the norm for you guys. .. 😆 Come save us, were stuck with a measly 10 k- 14k gold..
Ohhh, i understand you) I am not from Thailand actually and in my place the most common is also 14 k or 585) however, while visiting the jewelry locations and shop in different countries it becomes very clear that is it partly cultural thing, on the other side regulatory area as well. Let us say in the Middle East and India gold below 18 k is illegal and not even considered as gold
That's indeed very nice jewellery. 😍 As a westerner, I was warned to never wear gold on the streets in Thailand. Except gold watches, cause everyone think they are fakes.
that other ring you have must have a mix of copper that increases the red hue of gold making it more rosy than yellow and the Thai gold must be mixed with a white metal like zinc or silver
I know. It's 23kt and all high karat gold is going to be very buttery not to say 18kt won't have some type of buttery look. Thanks for your information.
In India especially in Maharashtra we get 24 carat gold in form of jewellery order and only generational jewellery provide that but it is not that uncommon.
Well, I might assume 24 karat gold jewelry is made by some countries and companies but I don’t understand the practicality of wear as the metal is so soft that hardly any wear can keep its survival
@@opensesame12 The gold that you find in nature almost allways contains silver and copper.Has it more silver it becomes yellow,more copper brown.By Thai gold there is absolut no copper,that is the reason why it is such yellow.Nature gold only with silver is rare,and 23 karat in nature also.23 karat you find somtimes in Australia but it is rare.When you find for example 940 river gold,it is allready not that bright yellow,because the volume of silver is dubble than from gold,like you would add 5% silver instead of 2,5%.940 river gold has from the volume 5% more silver,so it is less bright, and almost allways a little bit of copper.And what also has a influence is the survace, if it is matt or shiny,it changes the color too.For example,pure gold coins almost are orange, but the Australian 1 oz Dragon rectangle is bright yellow,because it is matt .
Thank you... I'm heading to Sakon Nakhon too meet my Girlfriend in January if 24!!! I'm planning on purchasing a Engagement ring... Could you estimate how much a modest gold engagement band starts at please 🙏???? Thanks for the video 👍😉.... Appreciate you
Hello Marco! sorry for my late reply, I have been traveling too much these days) I am so happy to hear from you and that you are going to Thailand soon. Regarding the engagement rings - it is such a big topic - you can go with so many different options: branded (Tiffany/Cartier/etc) to non-branded local jewelers, you can opt make it your own design order or choose classic option. Real diamonds or lab grown, or may be even go for colored gemstones (ruby, sapphire, spinel). You could also find stunning piece at vintage market with a hint of history and specific tradition. I guess gold band will start with 400$ and then goes to infinity...depends what you are looking for) Thank you so much for support!
@@opensesame12 Thanks you so much for the update 🙏I am in love for the 1st time in my life for real.Its a real gift from God. And this ring 💍 starts my commitment ❤️.. . I'm hoping 1-2 K US currency will be okay??? What do you think?? Thanks talk soon I hope 👍🙏❤️
Dear, the price will vary on the daily basis and depend on the market value on gold on specific day (and even hour) + add to this price making charge/premium (but in Thailand it is not high)
@@opensesame12 Its more durable than people believe. I had a 24k chain about 85 grams, it was hard and didn't bend or dent nor did it scratch easy. I felt confident to wear it 24/7 without being afraid of damaging it. The resell value is also great. You get the same money back or sometimes more because gold is going up.
for now i can't tell for sure as the price for gold is fluctuating every day. But the price will around same as market value on specific time of checking
Hi! Unfortunately, I can't tell you because even if you are able to order it online, there might be taxes and/or restrictions imposed for gold pieces import. If there are no such, still it is a very high risk of "loosing" items on the way....
Only 3.5% ? How can the gold shop make a money with only 3.5% return and fluctuating gold price? Term deposit return 4.9%, stock market can vary to 15% return, other investment such as property could yield 1000%
I am not investment expert, I comment on the price only. Moreover, I don’t see a point to mention stock market here and property as investment as it doesn’t relate to business activity as I might know. Investing is totally different activity compared to operations
@@Nordic_Sky Well, then agree - it is risky. On the other hand, I went to this shop by advice of my friend, she is Thai. There were no tourists in this shop, only locals. The shops buys back the gold pieces you buy from them if you want to sell later on. I would assume if there were some cases of counterfeiting, this shops were long time ago closed. However, they are scattered all over the country, which makes me think that it falls under strict government regulation and control. However, you are absolutely right, while buying gold you always have to do your own research and choose reliable supplier. Whenever I buy a piece, I always go to check the item on Xray to see the content of metal (just to sleep better)
@@opensesame12 Sounds like a good approach. I just hate to see people not get what they are paying for. Especially in Thailand where people work so hard for their money.
@@missadarna8519 Just go into any ethnic jewellery store such as Chinese, Indian, Dubai etc. etc.. They all sell 22k and they seem to be located in every large city!
yes, but consider that they charge extra % in this case. I don't remember exactly, but around 2-3% on the top of the amount of purchase. Therefore, it is better to draw cash in ATM (they charge fixed 250 Baht for withdrawal, either you draw $10 or $500)
I don’t really know if it will fade. I can see clear difference between the pure 24 k bar and Thai jewelry. And the color is way too yellow on jewelry, however, I assume there is something added on the surface that makes this yellowish color. However, I don’t have any doubts that pure gold will not fade😊
Depends on what you want.You have no idea how beatiful it is with for example a pink ruby.I am just making a ring and was a long time not shure if i make the ring from 22 karat or 23 karat.I decided me for 23 karat and thaught when the yellow is to strong and would overwelm the ruby i bring it down to 22 karat.But after i melted the gold with 3,5% silver and saw the colour,it perfectly matched with the pink ruby and i am very happy that i decided for 23 and not 22 karat,because there is allright a very big difference.
@@freigeist5161 I will be visiting BKK for 20days with my family in May… will surely check them out. If u know of any particular shop/mall that I should visit pls don’t me know. It my first time visiting 😊
Well, I have doubts about it, because 22-23 karat gold physically can’t fade to the 18k gold due to the fact that the metal content is different (18k has more alloys)
For 22k or 23k the very small percentage which is not gold, if they use silver alloy, the piece will be more yellow.
If they use copper alloy, it will either take on a little pink tone or at the very least, look less yellow! If it is 18K, when more
copper alloy is used, that's how you get pink gold. It's all good gold and just a matter of preference for the tone. Great video! I hope this helps!
ty friend
Really enjoyed your video. I really appreciate your understanding about Thai/Asian culture surrounding gold. It’s refreshing to know you are well informed and have done your research.
Thanks a lot, appreciate your feedback
Wow 😯. This is amazing. And very informative.
Thank you very much ❤️
Appreciate you sharing what you purchased. Well done 👍🏼
Very helpful when you share the different rings and the shades of gold.
Thank you so much!!! So happy to be useful😌☺️
Excellent video! I appreciate that you had your other jewelry to show a comparison. I am surprised at just how rich the yellow colour is. It is not hard to imagine a thief might look at Thai jewelry and leave you alone because they assume it’s fake.
Thank you so much! I am happy to hear you like it) you are absolutely right, high purity gold jewelry just doesn’t look like real, many people tend to think it is costume jewelry 😅
Interesting and informative video. Thank you.
Thanks a lot😊
I love thailand I hope to visit again & buy more gold.
I love Thailand as well)) wish you to go there soon and get beautiful gold pieces☺️
Turkey 🇹🇷 has gorgeous gorgeous gold !!
Hope to explore it soon)
Nice malls beautiful architecture excellent gold shopping clothes
Thank you so much 🙂
The Thai gold at 96.5% (23 karat) purity has a higher copper content which gives it more of the yellow color.
Yes, you are absolutely right, the high purity of gold implies the color to be more yellow. However, at the end of the video I am comparing the 24 karat gold and still the Thai jewelry has unusual yellow color. Even if there is more copper, the pieces should go more to rose gold shade than intense yellow. May be we will find the answer later)
Thank you for reply!
Perhaps because of the silver and bronze content
No it is not.They only add silver.With copper it would be reddish.
@@opensesame12 They only add silver to the gold,thats the reason why its so yellow. I know this because i make jewellery on my own.
@@freigeist5161 thank you for sharing information! Very interesting
Interesting, very beautiful pieces
I keep trying to tell other fellow Americans that its normal for people in Asia and other foreign lands. To have very high purity of precious metals in their jewelry .
But it seems to fall flat, because our jewelers keep telling them
"Its impossible, the metal is too soft, and will instantly break apart. "
I told them i have 99.9% silver ring i eat and sleep with. And it has ZERO dents or dings in.
Meanwhile 23k gold jewelry is the norm for you guys. .. 😆
Come save us, were stuck with a measly
10 k- 14k gold..
Ohhh, i understand you) I am not from Thailand actually and in my place the most common is also 14 k or 585) however, while visiting the jewelry locations and shop in different countries it becomes very clear that is it partly cultural thing, on the other side regulatory area as well. Let us say in the Middle East and India gold below 18 k is illegal and not even considered as gold
Wow thanks for info
most welcome)
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That's indeed very nice jewellery. 😍
As a westerner, I was warned to never wear gold on the streets in Thailand. Except gold watches, cause everyone think they are fakes.
Absolutely) what I have seen in Thailand it is pretty safe) comparing to current situation on the streets of Paris or London
TnQ friend
I need to visit very soon
Wish you amazing shopping)
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Nice vlog can you vlog again and wear a big necklace i have a 4 rings collection of thai gold 23 karats or 96.5 percent gold purity thanks
Hi, thank you for your message, I will try to do it once I have a chance)
Yes.
okay)
😮😮
))surprise or shock?
that other ring you have must have a mix of copper that increases the red hue of gold making it more rosy than yellow and the Thai gold must be mixed with a white metal like zinc or silver
I know. It's 23kt and all high karat gold is going to be very buttery not to say 18kt won't have some type of buttery look. Thanks for your information.
thank you
In India especially in Maharashtra we get 24 carat gold in form of jewellery order and only generational jewellery provide that but it is not that uncommon.
Well, I might assume 24 karat gold jewelry is made by some countries and companies but I don’t understand the practicality of wear as the metal is so soft that hardly any wear can keep its survival
You have nice hands.
thank you)
@@opensesame12 I think we need to thank your parents really .
@@kavanobrien6547 🤗🥰smile
They add only 3,5% silver to the gold,that is the reason why it is so yellow. Pure gold is orange,when you add silver it becomes yellow.
Hmn, can’t agree with this comment. I have actually panned pure gold from the rivers in Australia and the gold is bright yellow.
@@lynnbrooks2430 Because the Australien gold contains silver.Yellow gold in nature contains silver,brown gold copper.
@@lynnbrooks2430 You dont find 24 karat gold in nature.In nature you allways find gold between 20-23 karat,it allways contains copper of silver.
I am not sure till now what is the reason^ because it is too much yellow
@@opensesame12 The gold that you find in nature almost allways contains silver and copper.Has it more silver it becomes yellow,more copper brown.By Thai gold there is absolut no copper,that is the reason why it is such yellow.Nature gold only with silver is rare,and 23 karat in nature also.23 karat you find somtimes in Australia but it is rare.When you find for example 940 river gold,it is allready not that bright yellow,because the volume of silver is dubble than from gold,like you would add 5% silver instead of 2,5%.940 river gold has from the volume 5% more silver,so it is less bright, and almost allways a little bit of copper.And what also has a influence is the survace, if it is matt or shiny,it changes the color too.For example,pure gold coins almost are orange, but the Australian 1 oz Dragon rectangle is bright yellow,because it is matt .
I am gold designer I from India
Hi, nice to meet you
Welcome to my channel
Thank you... I'm heading to Sakon Nakhon too meet my Girlfriend in January if 24!!! I'm planning on purchasing a Engagement ring... Could you estimate how much a modest gold engagement band starts at please 🙏???? Thanks for the video 👍😉.... Appreciate you
Hello Marco! sorry for my late reply, I have been traveling too much these days) I am so happy to hear from you and that you are going to Thailand soon. Regarding the engagement rings - it is such a big topic - you can go with so many different options: branded (Tiffany/Cartier/etc) to non-branded local jewelers, you can opt make it your own design order or choose classic option. Real diamonds or lab grown, or may be even go for colored gemstones (ruby, sapphire, spinel). You could also find stunning piece at vintage market with a hint of history and specific tradition. I guess gold band will start with 400$ and then goes to infinity...depends what you are looking for) Thank you so much for support!
@@opensesame12 Thanks you so much for the update 🙏I am in love for the 1st time in my life for real.Its a real gift from God. And this ring 💍 starts my commitment ❤️.. . I'm hoping 1-2 K US currency will be okay??? What do you think?? Thanks talk soon I hope 👍🙏❤️
@@Marco-rc4lo I am inspired with your story and your attitude! I guess it is a reasonable price to go with)
Nice video 👍👍👍👍👍How much is 1 gram of gold
Mmm how much 18k or 24k per gram of gold in thailand?
Dear, the price will vary on the daily basis and depend on the market value on gold on specific day (and even hour) + add to this price making charge/premium (but in Thailand it is not high)
Great information. What is the name of the mall?
thank you! It is called Seacon Square
@@opensesame12 What is place name
@@mdrubel5524 seacon square
The gold shop name Hua Sang Heng at Seacon Square. Thai gold is 96.5 % selling for the weight 1 baht = 15.16 g
@@platformmind7597 thank you for this specific information! Appreciated
do they charge transaction fee when paying with credit card?
sorry for late reply. Yes, they charge around 3.5% as i remember
Pls share me address of this shop
Can you order online from these shops
I know there is shop online but i am not sure if you can order internationally
Korean gold is 24k even in jewelry.
Thank you for sharing) how wearable is it?
@@opensesame12 Its more durable than people believe. I had a 24k chain about 85 grams, it was hard and didn't bend or dent nor did it scratch easy. I felt confident to wear it 24/7 without being afraid of damaging it. The resell value is also great. You get the same money back or sometimes more because gold is going up.
Is this Seacon Square Srinagarindra?
yes
😍🥰🤩 Hi come to my shop too
hello) thank you for invitation) Is your shop in Bangkok?
Where is this place please. It looks like china bazar. I stay here and wish to buy the same flower design ear ring .
Oh, i m so sorry for late reply) Have you managed to buy something?
no.. not yet dear @@opensesame12 please let me know the name of the shop or market location
dear @@tapaswinidash409 it is Seacon Square Srinagarindra (i dont remember gold shop but you will easily find it in the mall)
Wow how much gold ring per gram 18karat ?
I can’t tell you updated prices, but probably I will go there next week and will try to make a video with updated prices!
İs there any pkace where ı can buy silver whole sell ?
I am sorry, but I don't have information on silver
What is the address or at least the name of that Mall?
@@dsmrt8759 seacon
Anyone got the name of the mall or the store name? Bangkok is full of mall so just saying “one of the mall in thailand” doesnt help😅
Well I have mentioned the mall in the video and in comments already answered the same question for so many times. Kindly scroll down
Also, the video at the beginning shows the name Seacon)… I wonder what could be more helpful
How much Thai Baht do they charge for 1 gram of 24k gold?
for now i can't tell for sure as the price for gold is fluctuating every day. But the price will around same as market value on specific time of checking
I am from the US, is there any way to buy from here? the prices are so cheap there.
Hi! Unfortunately, I can't tell you because even if you are able to order it online, there might be taxes and/or restrictions imposed for gold pieces import. If there are no such, still it is a very high risk of "loosing" items on the way....
Only 3.5% ? How can the gold shop make a money with only 3.5% return and fluctuating gold price? Term deposit return 4.9%, stock market can vary to 15% return, other investment such as property could yield 1000%
I am not investment expert, I comment on the price only. Moreover, I don’t see a point to mention stock market here and property as investment as it doesn’t relate to business activity as I might know. Investing is totally different activity compared to operations
Which name of the mall !?!
SEACON MALL
I would be very concerned the gold bars don't have a tungsten core.
Well, i guess while buying gold you always have to be cautious and careful in picking up the item
@@opensesame12 Tungsten has almost the same density as gold. So you wouldn't be able to tell by handling it.
@@Nordic_Sky Well, then agree - it is risky. On the other hand, I went to this shop by advice of my friend, she is Thai. There were no tourists in this shop, only locals. The shops buys back the gold pieces you buy from them if you want to sell later on. I would assume if there were some cases of counterfeiting, this shops were long time ago closed. However, they are scattered all over the country, which makes me think that it falls under strict government regulation and control. However, you are absolutely right, while buying gold you always have to do your own research and choose reliable supplier. Whenever I buy a piece, I always go to check the item on Xray to see the content of metal (just to sleep better)
@@opensesame12 Sounds like a good approach. I just hate to see people not get what they are paying for. Especially in Thailand where people work so hard for their money.
Price in USD , I didn't understand the price part
Prices vary, and depend on the daily market price on gold as commodity + % added for making jewelry/seller commissions
I am able to get 22k and 24 k here in the USA, I do like the yellow yellow of the Thai gold
where did you buy in the US?
@@missadarna8519 recently, i have a 22k neclace on and a 24k braclet on now
@@missadarna8519 Just go into any ethnic jewellery store such as Chinese, Indian, Dubai etc. etc.. They all sell 22k and they seem to be located in every large city!
good to know) but i am surprised you can get 22-24k gold in USA< unless it is Indian/Middle Eastern designs
wow) amazing! congratulations
Do they sell online ?
Yes, I saw it online as well, but not sure about international shipping
How come no mention how much compare to dollars.
Sorry, I don’t get what you want to say
is credit card ok to use when buying?
yes, but consider that they charge extra % in this case. I don't remember exactly, but around 2-3% on the top of the amount of purchase. Therefore, it is better to draw cash in ATM (they charge fixed 250 Baht for withdrawal, either you draw $10 or $500)
You paid $24 US dollars for the fish and it is half a gram of gold am I getting this right
Right, but it was with discount
Name of the market
it is a mall) actually there are many locations of this gold shops over Thailand) the whole network
So what are the prices?
Everything mentioned in the video
@@opensesame12 I did the math. You paid about 65USD per gram for the earrings which is a major deal.
Gold price thailand?
prices for gold are traded every day on international commodity market and changing every day. Need to check at the moment you are buying it
don't buy juwelry to invest, buy coins or bars. much cheaper........
coins ? i cannot see coins.
it is slightly cheaper but depends, because bars or coins of 1-3 grams will cost a lot higher
don't look at yellow because the k will fade
I don’t really know if it will fade. I can see clear difference between the pure 24 k bar and Thai jewelry. And the color is way too yellow on jewelry, however, I assume there is something added on the surface that makes this yellowish color. However, I don’t have any doubts that pure gold will not fade😊
Sorry, did not get what you mean here. Could you please clarify ☺️
Prices en dollars!
Dear, I will try to make updated video with the prices. However, if you want just check in Google conversion rate
Too yellow for me
Yes, it is too yellow even for me)
Depends on what you want.You have no idea how beatiful it is with for example a pink ruby.I am just making a ring and was a long time not shure if i make the ring from 22 karat or 23 karat.I decided me for 23 karat and thaught when the yellow is to strong and would overwelm the ruby i bring it down to 22 karat.But after i melted the gold with 3,5% silver and saw the colour,it perfectly matched with the pink ruby and i am very happy that i decided for 23 and not 22 karat,because there is allright a very big difference.
@@freigeist5161 I will be visiting BKK for 20days with my family in May… will surely check them out. If u know of any particular shop/mall that I should visit pls don’t me know. It my first time visiting 😊
@@freigeist5161 wow!!! Thank you for sharing!!! Congratulations with the ring!!!
it's Yello the more longer wear n wash Yello become lite yellow become 18k
Well, I have doubts about it, because 22-23 karat gold physically can’t fade to the 18k gold due to the fact that the metal content is different (18k has more alloys)
Bullshit,it stays this way.
What does sterling equate to dollars
the price is varying^ but as for now what i checked around $0.56 per gram
Copper
😂
Love the fingers
Plated
no^ it is solid gold
@opensesame12 sorry , I do not know what I was thinking
No problem 😉