THE 58th Myanma Gems Emporium came to a close at the Maniradana Jade Hall in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday afternoon.

The bids for jade lots (from No 1,501 to No 2,150) were opened and examined by officials and the highest bidders for 430 jade lots were announced.

Out of 295 pearl lots on display, a total of 290 lots were sold on 18 and 19 March. Out of 120 gem lots on display, a total of 77 lots were sold on 20 March. Out of 2,150 jade lots on display from 17 to 21 March, a total of 1,544 lots were sold.

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