February Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair to showcase highly skillful Thai craftsmanship to global audience

The 63rd edition of the Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair (BGJF), which will take place from 20-24 February, 2019, is set to present an extraordinary array of gold and silver jewelry, fine jewelry, gem-set jewelry and polished precious and semi-precious stones. Impressive figures from pre-registration show major buyers from across the world including the United States, EU, India, Australia, Middle East and ASEAN.

“Thailand’s Magic Hands: The Spirit of Jewelry Making” Concept
Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), organizer of the show, presents Thailand’s “Magic Hands”, a global campaign to highlight the country’s exceptional craftsmanship. “For many decades, Thailand has been well recognized all over the world as a manufacturer of quality jewelry with beautiful designs and intricate craftsmanship. Over the years, stakeholders in the gems and jewelry industry, from craftspeople, designers,manufactures, and traders, have constantly developed their skills while seeking innovation that will uplift the industry to new heights. Today, I would rate Thai-made jewelry as one of the  leading products from the country which has brought much pride and joy to all Thais” said Ms. Banjongjitt Angsusingh, Director General, Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP),
Ministry of Commerce, Thailand.

‘Thailand’s Magic Hands Campaign’ aims to gain international recognition for the Thai gems and jewelry industry, which is the country’s third highest export earnings. The campaign artworks reiterate strengths of Thailand’s gems and jewelry industry, connecting the spirit of jewelry making to the traditional way of life and advanced skills of making intricate
creations. It is synchronization of hands and mind of Thai artisans that give life to objects, a distinctive feature found in Thai arts from fruit carving, mural painting to high jewelry making.