Experience 300 years
of diamond history
In the heart of Amsterdam
Museum District
Experience 300 years
of diamond history
In the heart of Amsterdam
Museum District
Opening hours
9 am – 5 pm
Prices
Free tickets in May
Route
Paulus Potterstraat 6, Amsterdam
amsterdam city of diamonds
an incredible
luxurious experience
Before life,
there were diamonds.
The Diamond Museum is a must for everyone interested in diamonds and jewellery. Let yourself be enchanted by glittering gemstones and experience 400 years of diamond history in the only diamond museum in Europe.
You will be taken on a journey that began hundreds of kilometres below the surface of the earth and ends in the ring on your finger. Admire our wonderful collection of unique objects and crowns and learn about the magical world of diamonds.
learn about the magical
world of diamonds.
History of amsterdam
and diamonds
the diamond museum
through our visitors’ eyes
The Tiffany Yellow Diamond is one of the largest yellow diamonds ever found. ✨
The stone was discovered in the Kimberley mine in South Africa in 1878, and in rough form, it weighed 287.42 carats (57.484 g). Charles Lewis Tiffany, the founder of Tiffany, eventually bought the stone and had it cut in Paris into a cushion-shaped brilliant weighing 128.54 carats and 82 facets. That`s 24 facets more than a traditional brilliant cut diamond. The diamond has been worn by Audrey Hepburn & Lady Gaga, among others. 💛
The original diamond is exhibited in the United States in the Tiffany & Co. flagship store in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. In the Diamond Museum Amsterdam we have a unique replica. Check our website and learn more! Link in bio
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From rough stone to refined detail, even behind closed doors the craft continues.
At Royal Coster Diamonds you can witness every step up close 💎
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Did you know that only 5% of the total world production of diamonds is processed into jewellery diamonds: the rest is used for industrial purposes. Rough diamonds like these, in a colour unsuitable for use in jewellery, are crushed for industrial use. 💎
Since the industrial revolution in the 19th century, diamonds, on account of their hardness, have had many applications: polishing discs, drills, chisels, but also in electronic appliances for drawing extremely thin and precise conducting wire, or in very precise medical instruments.
Discover more of the interesting facts in our museum and on our website. 👉 Link in bio
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Happy Kingsday! 👑 On this day we celebrate the King`s birthday in the Netherlands 🇳🇱
Because our museum is temporarily closed due to relocation and renovation, we’re bringing Dutch royal heritage from our collection straight to your home. What do you think of this amazing Devant de Corsage brooch? 🤩
On the occasion of the investiture of Queen Wilhelmina, the German jeweller Schürmann transformed several old ornaments into this brooch in late 1897, early 1898. All the stones 💎 belong to the House of Oranje diamonds collection, including the two triangular stones, which were already described in the early 17th century.
At the Diamond Museum Amsterdam, we have a replica (gold, silver and cubic zirconia) of this amazing brooch. Discover a selection of our beautiful royal collection on our website 👉 Link in bio
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Throughout the centuries, some diamonds have become very famous. 💎 This could be because they were exceptionally large, had a special colour or cut, or because they were owned by celebrities. 💍
Over time, legendary stories have emerged around the stones to make them even more appealing to the imagination. At the Diamond Museum, we have unique replicas of famous diamonds! Discover more about them on our website 👉 Link in bio
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The Diamond Museum is temporarily closed due to renovation, but the craft continues just around the corner.
Visit Royal Coster Diamonds, the world’s oldest diamond factory, and discover how rough stones are transformed into true masterpieces 💎
📍 @royalcosterdiamonds, Paulus Potterstraat 2, Amsterdam
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As a national gift on the occasion of the 50th birthday of Queen Juliana in 1959, this bracelet watch was designed and made by the jeweller Steltman of The Hague. The diamonds were polished by Ben Meier of Royal Coster Diamonds in Amsterdam.💎
What do you think of this beautiful watch 🤩 At the Diamond Museum Amsterdam, we have a replica of this amazing watch. Discover a selection of our beautiful collection on our website 👉 Link in bio
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The value of diamonds is determined by 4 quality factors 💎. It is called the 4 C`s system, after the English words Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut. The larger the diamond, the higher its value. ✨ Different tools are used to weigh and measure diamonds, including this size fan.
Discover more about the value of diamonds on our website. Link in bio
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