Wheeling and Dealing at a Thai Gemstone Market

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  • @rhlong1
    @rhlong1 Рік тому +4

    This brings back memories of the first time I was in Thailand in 1985 and spent a number of days in Bangkok looking for a pretty star sapphire and haggling over price after selecting a nice gold ring to set it in. Still wear it and get compliments on the beautiful star it shows under a light.

  • @josephcarmichael1344
    @josephcarmichael1344 Рік тому +6

    Was there a follow up video to this one? I would like to see how it turned out after cutting and if he was able to resell.

  • @markfromct2
    @markfromct2 Рік тому +10

    Great video sir. Nice change up. I get tired of looking at hotel rooms and pools. Thanks.

  • @gabbyfoo2
    @gabbyfoo2 Рік тому

    Incredibly mind boggling....Thank you for sharing this very interesting side of Thailand.

  • @ronthompson2366
    @ronthompson2366 Рік тому +3

    Very interesting... I was there in the mid 90's... my last trip to Thailand. It was absolutely fascinating and not knowing what and how a bit overwhelming. I recall a lady that came to Pattaya and setup shop in one of the big hotels. She sold jewelry... gem stones.. they were from Bangkok. But they did a big business there in Pattaya for all the military. Very reputable even sent yearly Christmas cards . Prices were fantastic and so was the quality. However to tour the area you are in was really interesting. Completely different perspective of Thailand. Your vlogs are always fantastic and professional and just plain enjoyable to watch.

  • @lilo7019
    @lilo7019 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for sharing take care

  • @hyrdocomputing
    @hyrdocomputing Рік тому +8

    Sounds like you've had an interesting life, could you do a video on your background about what you did before you semi retired in Thailand?

  • @paulbrown8823
    @paulbrown8823 Рік тому

    Of all the farang UA-camrs, I follow about 4, you have the most interesting view of Thailand

  • @paulmurphy5648
    @paulmurphy5648 Рік тому +1

    Loving these vlogs lucus, incredibly interesting. Thanks for including us.

  • @tayster55
    @tayster55 Рік тому +1

    Really fascinating. Thanks

  • @quentint8742
    @quentint8742 Рік тому

    Very interesting indeed. I have found a few Jen’s over the years. I love uncut stones and seeing what they can become

  • @Chardifications
    @Chardifications Рік тому +1

    Definitely worth a punt. An interesting subject.
    Would be great to be taught by someone who knew what to look for.
    Great video Loucas 👍✌️🙏

  • @nixworld767
    @nixworld767 Рік тому +3

    Please keep us posted on this venture Lucas. Very interesting! My girlfriend is Cambodian, living in Thailand. I have learned that when I'm interesting in buying something to discretely tell her i'm interested, walk away, and then let HER do the haggling. I suck at it!

  • @timothyrill3825
    @timothyrill3825 Рік тому

    Things to make money you never think about. Good luck. I know you are aware of the scams. Best of luck!😊

  • @peterdifulco76
    @peterdifulco76 Рік тому +6

    This video was a little gem 💎 😅 sorry couldn’t resist 😂

  • @maxmj2706
    @maxmj2706 Рік тому +1

    You know I bet you’d make a perfect sales advocate for them !

  • @danieltoo2008
    @danieltoo2008 Рік тому

    Definitely join you in your next gem trip to chantaburi. Very interested in your fay trade deals. Great video on gem trade.

  • @davidheyes4771
    @davidheyes4771 Рік тому

    Very interesting video Lucas, thanks for sharing 🍺🍺👍

  • @seizethedayandlive
    @seizethedayandlive Рік тому

    Very interesting! Good luck!

  • @darkwing25
    @darkwing25 Рік тому +2

    Best place to find gemstones is in old jewelry. Dealers pay the precious metals weight for the old jewelry, pop out the stones and melt the metal down. I have baggies full of stones I’ve done this to and can’t find a buyer for… :(😊

    • @jameserb7904
      @jameserb7904 9 місяців тому

      @darkwing25 I’m a jeweler and occasionally buy gem lots off of people. I’d be interested in checking out what you’ve got.

  • @andyinasia0
    @andyinasia0 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Lukas very interesting. Definitely worth a shot of you have an expert with you to navigate and weed out the fakes.

  • @Dr.Mzungu
    @Dr.Mzungu 8 місяців тому

    Such a small amount but a huge learning no matter the outxome. People who live in boxes tell you it's crazy to move out of the box.

  • @rogerparis
    @rogerparis Рік тому

    Excellent subject.

  • @roberttudor455
    @roberttudor455 Рік тому

    Fascinating ...

  • @jellis7042
    @jellis7042 Рік тому

    It's interesting to see this part of Thailand. But in the end, they are still just rocks to me

  • @dennyzeecko5183
    @dennyzeecko5183 Рік тому +1

    Hi Lucas . Faceting Gem stones is where the money at.. It's quite skill . Just to get the equipment, and then have somebody that know what he doing, or her. It's quite a skill to be-able to make the finished product. That's where the money is. The first skill is getting the right stone. One that doesn't have many flaws in it. Then go from there. Good luck. You really have to know what you're doing. A good quality gem store is worth more than Gold. You had better know somebody with top skills in the Gem market. Stay with Blue or red stones, that what I know. Good luck And thanks

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yes Denny, I agree. I have one friend 30 years in the business and an ex-employee of hers who did the cutting so I bit of a team I guess. Teamwork makes the Dreamwork 👍

  • @phillipr1334
    @phillipr1334 Рік тому

    Great blog mate

  • @SIFUKIRBY
    @SIFUKIRBY Рік тому

    Wow! Very cool.

  • @genokemp2433
    @genokemp2433 Рік тому +3

    I got to be honest Lucas ,i agree with Malc

  • @richardevans3801
    @richardevans3801 Рік тому

    Very interesting. Great video 👍

  • @DennisSeelig-h9r
    @DennisSeelig-h9r Рік тому

    excellent video, please do more gem stone trips

  • @marcmcmillan3376
    @marcmcmillan3376 Рік тому +3

    Boh Ploi is well known for its locally mined Blue Sapphire stone .. It also has a Buddha on a hill with steps (many steps) It's known as the Blue Buddha ( containing a large Blue Sapphire stone)

    • @petermartyn9509
      @petermartyn9509 Рік тому

      A large blue "ROCK" 😁

    • @Dr.Mzungu
      @Dr.Mzungu 8 місяців тому

      Thai Blue Sapphires are over saturated. Those from the old mines are no longer producing. Today the big producers are Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Madagascar not Thailand.

  • @bratan9430
    @bratan9430 8 місяців тому

    A cool insight , thanks a lot

  • @lizcarlyle2477
    @lizcarlyle2477 Рік тому

    Hello from CA & many thanks 4 great video in Chantanaburi gem market! Looking forward to more, please! Once went to Burma in 1980s and bought rubies in the mkt & made a small profit! I didn't know about gems & worried about getting cut glass but decided to risk it. Would love 2cu buy gold. Is there a tester 4 buying gemstones like 4 diamonds? You made my day!

  • @sidecar7714
    @sidecar7714 Рік тому

    Fascinating subject, what an enthralling atmosphere. 🙏

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      It's really quite a show, I love the vibe there. 👍

  • @AmitSingh-zp5wp
    @AmitSingh-zp5wp 11 місяців тому

    Very informative video ❤

  • @IntheBlood67
    @IntheBlood67 Рік тому

    Most Excellent!

  • @christianmadsen3810
    @christianmadsen3810 Рік тому +1

    Hi Lucas, you need a trip to Lady Barber ... I would love to see a video from there. Stay safe

  • @mike.29
    @mike.29 Рік тому

    Great video very interesting and informative always nice to learn new things

  • @GoingGreenMom
    @GoingGreenMom Рік тому

    Very cool! Surprised it is the buyers that sit down!

  • @jamsseastwood3093
    @jamsseastwood3093 Рік тому

    Thanks for some new and interesting content.

  • @naderahmedabdulla1097
    @naderahmedabdulla1097 Рік тому +1

    Very good deal Lucas ... Since you like the BLUE things 😊

  • @TP-hp4jn
    @TP-hp4jn Рік тому

    Luke you have consistently put out content of Thailand for many years now, through the passing of your girlfriend to COVID, how do you do it? Where does your energy enthusiasm and passion come from

  • @vithayachaipanya561
    @vithayachaipanya561 Рік тому

    Ok there, please take care.

  • @kenstar1862
    @kenstar1862 Рік тому

    Interesting blog,,,,

  • @PtangPtangBiscuitBarrelSmith
    @PtangPtangBiscuitBarrelSmith Рік тому +6

    Given whats happening in Burma that is where I would be looking to buy Sapphires...Right on the borders second bush to the left..

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yes used to be a lot for sale at the walking bridge at Messai.

    • @retiredsailor4
      @retiredsailor4 Рік тому +1

      The question is are you willing to risk your life to go there and put that theory to the test?

    • @mikimoto99
      @mikimoto99 Рік тому +1

      ​@@retiredsailor4 Messai is very safe. We travel up there from Chiang Mai frequently👍🏻

    • @retiredsailor4
      @retiredsailor4 Рік тому +1

      @Miki Moto That's great Miki, I'm so happy to hear that. I'm just concerned about the situation in Burma, that's all

    • @mikimoto99
      @mikimoto99 Рік тому +1

      @@retiredsailor4 Yep! We are still waiting for the day the Military get kicked out of power and the country can thrive again.,😉😊

  • @AndyPat239
    @AndyPat239 Рік тому

    Interesting

  • @ronthompson2366
    @ronthompson2366 Рік тому

    Just a fun fact for you. Since posting this. A ruby ring just sold through an auction house. For a meager 35 M $USD. So that should inspire your desires to be active in the jewelry / gem business. That would be enough to sustain your Thai lifestyle for a couple years atleast... 😎👍

  • @GlitteratiLive
    @GlitteratiLive Рік тому

    Very interesting, thank you

  • @PEACEKEEPER-mm3js
    @PEACEKEEPER-mm3js 3 місяці тому

    Gem Market Full Open : Only Friday and Saturday. In another day its time to preparing or cutting gem stones. *This is so unique system seem like thai culture.
    Maybe you shopping wrong time hope
    you came back again...!! Welcome 🙏

  • @fredrikakerblom8236
    @fredrikakerblom8236 10 місяців тому

    Very interesting ❤

  • @tonyh6846
    @tonyh6846 Рік тому

    Cheers 🙂

  • @kexfromtheheart223
    @kexfromtheheart223 9 місяців тому

    miss this kind of vlog

  • @chasinpaper8223
    @chasinpaper8223 Рік тому +2

    This one looks like a fairly steep learning curve. I seen your video that expressed your interest in physical gold was wondering how much gemstone prices fluctuate is the price volatility comparable to gold-silver ect.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      It's probably more connected to supply and demand at any given sale but I don't think the prices fluctuate the same as gold and other commodities traded in financial markets.

    • @Dr.Mzungu
      @Dr.Mzungu 8 місяців тому

      Majority of the gemstones bought by people are not investment grade. Try re-selling a gemstone, you won't even come close to recovering what you spent. This is definitely true with Diamonds. There are very few exceptions, example a Pigon blood ruby from Myanmar. Very expensive and not easy to get your hands on one.

  • @burbsonian7827
    @burbsonian7827 Рік тому

    v interesting - never seen this before

  • @kosamui
    @kosamui Рік тому +11

    Calm down everybody, he’s not spending his rent money ! This is how you learn. 😂

    • @keithd1219
      @keithd1219 Рік тому +1

      Exactly 🤣....he spent a whopping 500 baht

  • @rahikkala
    @rahikkala Рік тому

    To avoid the fluorescent lamp flickering, change the video FPS to 50 since Thailand electricity is 50hz as most of the world outside of north america.

  • @tad27612
    @tad27612 Рік тому +4

    Where i lived in Africa, the government had a monopoly on gem stones. If you found gemstones, you were supposed to sell them to the government which would then resell them back. In other words, it was a tax and the system was riddled with corruption because of valuations and whom you knew/were related to. Be interesting to talk to the Africans in the market and get their story.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      Yes that’s a whole other aspect to it, very interesting

  • @yaterspoon57
    @yaterspoon57 Рік тому

    "grow back". Good one.

  • @f.g6549
    @f.g6549 Рік тому

    Good video lucas very informative

  • @adiem1653
    @adiem1653 6 місяців тому +1

    I'd love to visit and get a collection of different types of cut gem types (nothing fancy or expensive) but still believe i'd be ripped off

  • @MAF545
    @MAF545 Рік тому

    Will you be able to do a video about the tailor shops best deals?
    Years ago I visited Bangkok and bought a great deal in tailor suits and clothing made in silk.
    Thank you,

  • @time4moba
    @time4moba Рік тому

    I bought a couple of years ago gemstone in Boploy near Kanchanaburi. At home a jewelry told me, that this was more an adventure than a good buy. Since that time, I stay away. If you are not an expert forget it

  • @chrisphillips835
    @chrisphillips835 Рік тому

    Hey Luckaz , Very interesting vid only got to say it’s a cut above the rest. Chris

  • @themacker894
    @themacker894 Рік тому +3

    What an adventure! How fascinating. Best of luck! Edit: Wow, 500 Baht is the tip I'd give the driver of a van to get up there and back. Seems like you're doing this more for fun and the challenge of making a profit. Have fun!

    • @mdubb4855
      @mdubb4855 Рік тому

      I didn’t see that coming. Thrifty to the very end. 500 baht.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yeah, just a small purchase to test the waters.

    • @petermartyn9509
      @petermartyn9509 Рік тому

      Some "ROCK'S" are harder to find than others! 😋

  • @trafficcop01
    @trafficcop01 8 місяців тому

    Question where will I get Sidney? It's semi precious rainstairs that you put on dance questions or on clothing. I'm been googling at for a long time and coming to Bangkok. Singh, and that is the type of thing I'm into. I'm not into precious styles, so I'm into rhymesters that you could put on crowns and all kinds of clothes. And that type of thing, can you help?

  • @PREPFORIT
    @PREPFORIT Рік тому

    I will check out that gem market someday.
    If you sell it for more than you paid for it then - Is a WIN!

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      We’ll see what happens but it’s a small venture anyway 👍

  • @danielconverse1079
    @danielconverse1079 Рік тому +1

    Been there,an down that ! Remember if an i mean if you rarely see the perfect uncut stone ,an you get cut an polished ,an get in a setting, USA market just slap's you silly to find you have small fortune.

  • @twenisix
    @twenisix Рік тому

    Nice buy 👍

  • @pennysalterations8085
    @pennysalterations8085 Рік тому

    Your channel is always interesting. U go places/do things, others dont😊. I wish your segments were longer 😊. Would i have to declare these at Customs going back to Manila? Thanks

  • @ELCEV
    @ELCEV Рік тому +1

    Nice exposure to the gem market.
    So after all of that you only spent less than $15 USD. 😂
    Makes for a good video though.
    Looking forward to your next one.

  • @ajitbasumatary5973
    @ajitbasumatary5973 Рік тому

    You into gem business now brother 😁👍🏼

  • @AnuchaFarm
    @AnuchaFarm Рік тому

    Interesting video, thanks.
    Do you have any insights on checking quality and authenticity?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yes some but I trust the judgement of others with more experience than my own.

  • @stratagemsgemart
    @stratagemsgemart Рік тому

    nice video stone may have some silk issues is it heated ?
    u got a cutter?

  • @michaelgale2250
    @michaelgale2250 4 місяці тому

    Is it easy to take cut stones out of country

  • @Swaggerlot
    @Swaggerlot Рік тому +1

    The gemstones were produced long before Elvis was born Lucas, it'll take them a while to reproduce.

  • @mauihowey
    @mauihowey Рік тому +3

    Hopefully you did well…..I am too cautious with gemstones here! Still, great video…

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +2

      We’ll see, small start anyway 👍

    • @jb-vb8un
      @jb-vb8un Рік тому

      MINESTONE McCAIN ..... just rolls off the palate, doesnt it - - New helmet logo : " carat, claity, cut, color "

  • @12bigredd
    @12bigredd Рік тому

    :) love the gem trade

  • @upyerkiltladdie8297
    @upyerkiltladdie8297 Рік тому

    Before I owned my pub, I used to sell diamonds !! Coloured stones I didn't get into but I heard that you have to be careful that stones that have inclusions are lasered out and replaced with plastic of the same colour as the stone, making it a stone with no inclusions. Becareful !!

  • @martinfroml.a.5984
    @martinfroml.a.5984 Рік тому

    Interesting video! There is money to be made but risks if you don't know what you are doing. At a B500 investment you don't have much to lose.

  • @gemsandmoreaustralia
    @gemsandmoreaustralia 11 днів тому

    WOW so many things wrong! The market on Friday is usually quiet, it is much busier on Saturday. It is NOT a Friday only market. The 560ct parcel looked like Spinel, definitely not Ruby. Ferang (foreigners) ALWAYS pay more.

  • @shawno3848
    @shawno3848 7 місяців тому

    What is the update on this gemstone?

  • @vantravisemoss9034
    @vantravisemoss9034 Рік тому

    What was that song.

  • @jgb4unme1
    @jgb4unme1 Рік тому +4

    Looks interesting! It would definitely be neat to learn about. Also, sapphires are my favorite stone!
    I’d probably be too nervous to make a purchase though, lol. I never thought I’d be good at buying/selling, but when I gave up my job to care for mom I kind of jumped into the reseller world. I do okay selling mostly vintage glass online, though I only have a few hours a week to spend on it these days with mom getting worse. I look forward to seeing how your purchase pans out!

  • @Jon.......
    @Jon....... Рік тому

    02:48 | I've never seen a place where "No Smoking" is prohibited. Seems you have light up before entering this building!

    • @AxisOfEvelKnievel
      @AxisOfEvelKnievel Рік тому

      Dude that's a hardcore rule they have there.😆
      Well picked up.

  • @alexnikoo244
    @alexnikoo244 Рік тому

    The torch never justify colour , do the white paper test 😊

  • @mdubb4855
    @mdubb4855 Рік тому

    “Buy low, sell high” is the slightly saner cousin of “get rich quick”. Most merchants look for simple profit and a decent return on their time and money. Just invest in a bar with one of the saner ex pats, or even manage one and learn the ropes. But ah, the lure of money just waiting to be dug up out of the ground.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      When I was in the car business, the one I liked the most was the Guy who would say: " I'm losing money on every deal I do, but I'm making it up on volume" 🤣😂🤣

    • @mdubb4855
      @mdubb4855 Рік тому

      @@Rides4Kickz 555

  • @dridri4664
    @dridri4664 3 місяці тому

    Nice shirt

  • @achimmaak779
    @achimmaak779 Рік тому

    Schöne Edelsteine 💎 Lukas 👍 Video 🤳👍🙏🙏🙏 Liebe Grüße aus Hamburg 😎🥊🍺🎸

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Danke Achim 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

  • @billsimpson2392
    @billsimpson2392 Рік тому

    👍

  • @itzhakazoulay1271
    @itzhakazoulay1271 Рік тому

    Please update us about the stone

  • @johnmopperson2441
    @johnmopperson2441 Рік тому

    I’m wondering. Does anyone know if it’s legal to buy and take home to a foreign country or if there are restrictions/laws on that in Thailand.
    Asking for a friend 👀

    • @tonystich2818
      @tonystich2818 Рік тому +1

      Rough you cut bring as much as you like . Cut you pay duty

  • @ShayVidas
    @ShayVidas Рік тому

    new camera ?

  • @stigohara4961
    @stigohara4961 Рік тому

    Funny that they put a sticker on the little solarcell of the calculator. 😅

  • @ElijahSamuel-v7w
    @ElijahSamuel-v7w 7 місяців тому

    Song please

  • @keithd1219
    @keithd1219 Рік тому

    Maybe its less conspicuous but with all those expensive gemstones around you'd think there'd be armed security everywhere. Obviously, there's something to deter theft or robbery.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      Good point, I think it would be a very daring deed to pull off with all those people around plus the mototaxi mafia 🤣

  • @gogs244
    @gogs244 Рік тому

    Are the authorities interested in a farang trading for profit in Thailand or is this managed through a Thai intermediary?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Really no difference in buying a stone at a gemstone market or a bag of rice at an afternoon food market. Selling may be a different story as it could be construed as a business.

  • @rogerlee8071
    @rogerlee8071 Рік тому

    Been there done that, can't see that much has changed. It is an interesting place though. Thanks for the update!

  • @grahamjohnson4702
    @grahamjohnson4702 Рік тому

    This is just my take on this, whilst the start price and the finish price might be large what has to be paid out along the way and what is the time frame from start to finish, the profit may then not look so good. For instance if on the example given , 500 to 7000 and it took 24 hours of your time that is only just over 290 baht an hour or less than $10. Is that a fair way to calculate it?

    • @ant2312
      @ant2312 Рік тому

      thats still an average Thai daily wage per hour

    • @grahamjohnson4702
      @grahamjohnson4702 Рік тому

      @@ant2312 Since when has Loucous been a Thai?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yes always have to consider time spent for sure. But more of an interest than a business really 👍

    • @markseymour8365
      @markseymour8365 Рік тому

      @@ant2312 290 THB is less than the minimum wage in Thailand so it's certainly not an 'average' daily wage, it's worse than the worst daily wage.

  • @bilumstationery3715
    @bilumstationery3715 Рік тому

    I have a very big sapire stone