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Charoen Krung is not just Thailand’s first road but also a historic district filled with unique stories and art spaces. For those passionate about jewellery and gems, this area is a treasure trove of materials and decades of expertise.

At Charoen Krung, you’ll find everything you need to create unique jewellery pieces, from silver, gems, jade, pearls, and natural stones to even ancient ceramic fragments. Even international visitors come here. Today, we’ll guide you through 5 must-visit shops for gems and jewellery decorations that will help polish your creations to shine like diamonds.

5 must-visit shops in Charoen Krung for jewellery makers
Start at Soi Charoen Krung 43, a small alley packed with gem businesses. After a short walk, you’ll find a blue shop called Jewellery Land, which defines itself as a tool shop for goldsmiths, silversmiths, and professional gemologists.

Though the shopfront looks modest, inside you’ll find everything you need—tools, equipment, digital scales, beautiful packaging, and even safety gear for jewellery work. This shop is ready to help you create your own pieces, whether necklaces, rings, or earrings.

After leaving Soi Charoen Krung 43, a short walk past the entrance to Wat Muang Khae will bring you to Eastern Antiques. From the outside, it may look like a typical antique shop. However, it’s actually a treasure trove of unique jewellery made from ancient ceramic fragments.

In the past, Eastern Antiques was an antique and silver export shop. However, when laws banned the export of religious artifacts, the owner, Grandma Malai, adapted by transforming ceramic fragments into unique jewellery pieces like earrings, pendants, and bracelets.

Many pieces are made from ancient Ming and Qing dynasty porcelain or modern, colourful ceramics, meticulously combined with metals. The shop also offers cute carved wooden items perfect for home décor or gifts.

A short walk from Eastern Antiques, at the entrance of Soi Charoen Krung 34, you’ll find House of Gems, a shop that hides the wonders of the ancient world. This isn’t just an ordinary stone shop, but a time portal showcasing the greatness of nature from millions of years ago.

Inside, you’ll be amazed by rare stones and minerals, from dinosaur eggshells and colourful crystals to the world’s largest meteorite. The shop attracts tourists and collectors worldwide.

Behind this amazing shop is the passion of its founders, Uncle Boonman and Aunt Arramsri, who have run the shop for over half a century. Both are happy to share their knowledge with those who are interested. They may not be at the shop every day, but their children now continue their legacy. In addition to rare gems, this shop also offers beautiful and auspicious stones from around the world.

Continuing your journey through Charoen Krung, cross the street to Soi Charoen Krung 47/2, where you’ll meet Wanchai and Bang-On, the owners of C.F.B. Jewellery. Bang-On defines her shop as a “made-to-order restaurant” because they can create endless designs, tailored to your preferences in any styles and materials.

C.F.B. Jewellery is perfect for entrepreneurs or small businesses looking for custom-designed jewellery crafted by skilled Thai artisans. They use high-quality materials like platinum, silver, gold, nickel silver, and carefully selected natural gemstones. The shop uses genuine silver and gemstones only.

Next, let’s go to the final stop at Gem Tower, a building whose name perfectly reflects the essence of the materials in this area. Take the elevator to the 17th floor, and you’ll find the last shop: BRIC JEWELS CO., LTD., a gemstone shop with over 60 years of experience in the industry. This shop meets the needs of entrepreneurs who are looking for high-quality gemstones, as it offers a team of expert craftsmen and modern tools to provide end-to-end services, from gemstone selection to cutting and setting.

Here, they can cut gemstones into various shapes and sizes according to customer needs. They also offer a wide range of gemstones, including Burmese rubies, sapphires, and other coloured gems. The owner even says that, “Our shop sells single gemstones as well as offers factory-level production,” catering to wholesalers, retailers, and individual buyers.

Charoen Krung: A gem district that’s more than just a metaphor
Beyond these interesting shops, Charoen Krung has so much more for you to explore, from vibrant street arts and hip cafés to museums and art galleries. This is a district filled with stories and inspiration waiting for you to discover. Come and experience something new in this historic area, and you’ll find that Charoen Krung has much more to offer than you might think.

Learn more about this district and interesting materials at www.tcdcmaterial.com

Photo by : TCDC Materials

Story by : Chuonjarern Chujinda