{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Made it in Thailand","title":"Buying Gold in Thailand: Expert Explains How to Buy 23k Thai Gold","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3116,"description":"In this episode, I chat with Tom Pryor, co-founder of Baht Gold, about why high karat gold, such as 23k gold, is not commonly sold in jewelry stores in the US. Tom shares his extensive experience with Thai gold, his journey into the gold business, and the unique advantages of high karat gold. We discuss the purity and durability of 96.5% gold, the cultural and market differences between Thai and Western gold products, and practical tips on buying and selling gold in Thailand and internationally. Learn about the craftsmanship of Thai gold jewelry, the significance of hallmarks and maker's marks, and the economic and cultural factors influencing the gold market. Plus, get insights into the role of high-quality gold in supporting animal welfare through Tom's business model.\nConnect with Tom Pryor:\n- Website: http://www.23kgold.com/\n- YouTube: ⁨@pryortuck⁩  \n00:00 Introduction\n01:05 Tom's Journey to Thailand and Gold\n04:42 The Birth of Baht Gold Company\n09:21 Understanding Thai Gold Purity\n16:52 Navigating Gold Shops in Thailand\n24:42 VAT on Gold Jewelry in Thailand\n25:30 Avoid Buying Gold in Tourist Areas\n26:05 Understanding Gold Quality Levels\n26:53 The Reality of Fake Gold\n28:15 Different Tiers of Gold\n33:06 Custom Gold Products\n38:14 Exporting Gold from Thailand\n42:02 Selling Gold in the US\n44:24 Purchasing and Selling Silver in Thailand\n47:18 Why High Karat Gold is Rare in US Jewelry Stores\n51:15 Conclusion\n📖 Download my FREE gold buying guide\nhttps://www.scottpressimone.com/gold-guide\n📖 Download Tom's FREE gold cheat sheet\nhttps://www.scottpressimone.com/gold-cheat-sheet","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/jPOiN9UHuvZzH5LL3Q1X66GgOMsM3xmbfjAUPPJqMiw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82NmY1/ZGI3MzFjNGI3YjJi/MjM1YmU0MmEyOWI2/ZDY5NC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}