Myanmar apparently has a lot of natural resources. One of the things the tourist shops try to sell are gems. Throughout the 3 weeks I wondered if the gems are actually good quality or are just cheap coloured stones.
In Bagan, there is a gem museum, really just a front for a shop. There is a sign telling you how to identify a genuine gem.
So, Myanmar identifies a genuine stone as being “enchanting”. It all sounds too scientific for me, so I passed on buying one!
Some people say they have got really good deals on diamonds and precious metals, but I think you really need to know what you are looking for or you end up buying a worthless chunk of stone or metal!