The high quality of both Thai gems and jewelry is becoming increasingly well-known. Sapphires and rubies are the best buys here and Thai styles are quite distinct, both the contemporary and traditional styles. Thai gold is considerably cheaper than in Europe or the US and available in Chinese gold shops everywhere. ONLY buy gold from a large, busy gold shop. DO NOT BUY gold, gems or just about anything from a place recommended by a tuk-tuk or taxi driver, or some really-nice-gentleman you meet on the street. If it’s not fake, it’s at the least over-priced. Silver sold in Thailand must be no less than 92.5 percent. Traditional and contemporary designs are available.