cb

I've read the majority of postings regarding jewelry, but has not come across something similar to my question. I have a gemstone that I want set on a 14K or 18K gold man's ring. I will be in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in late October. Does anyone know of a jewelry store in either city who would do that within a day (or 2) ?<BR>Thanks.

Kathie

Any reputable jeweler could do that. You'll save a little $$ by having it done there. You'll likely get 18k gold, as higher karat gold is preferred in Thailand. For a man's ring, you might feel that's too soft. The jeweler who's address I sent you via e-mail can certainly do that.

cb

Thank you, Kathie. You've been very helpful.

bob

i always hesitate to recomend but we have had very very good luck with Thai Stone Jewerly (ask for porn {that's her name})...it is just at sukumvit, soi 4--one half block down in the Nana Hotel(Tel: 2520121) lobby--around the corner from the jw marriott hotel....<BR>DON'T BE PUT OFF BY THE HOTEL OR BY THE SHOP...they are honest and do a great job<BR>my wife has had many things made, including resetting her engagement ring and we plan to have more done in november when in bangkok<BR>our best man has been dealing with them since the viet nam war and has been very satisfied..<BR><BR>tell them bob kimball from boston sent you in...<BR><BR>know exactly what you want done...bring a picture or a sketch..porn will also help you and draw things from your suggestions...<BR><BR>14k is available but mostly thailand has 18k+<BR><BR>they do lots of custom work<BR><BR>remember don't be off put by the looks of the hotel or shop<BR><BR>naoland ho is the owner---he is the older man (50's or 60's) if he is there<BR><BR>good luck

cb

Thanks to you too Bob. I will try yours and Kathie's suggestions. I had emailed Thai Gems,but the store did not understand what re-set meant until I explained in detail. Looks like a ring without the gemstone is called a blank setting.

bob

our best friend has recently had very good interaction with thai gems<BR>on silom road...we plan to visit it this november<BR><BR>we will buy from thai stone--i am sure too as i mentioned above