About the Diamond Museum: What to expect?
Welcome at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam
Monumental building
The diamond museum is located in a monumental building at Paulus Potterstraat 8 in Amsterdam at the Museum Square.
A Typical 19th Century Building
Unique characteristics
What better place to learn about history than at a building that is more than 100 years old. Discover all the old elements light stained glass windows and tall ceilings while you learn about diamonds.
Origin of diamonds
Mines and finding places
Learn about the origin of diamonds. Where they come from, how and why they are mined. Discover the entire process in a fun and interactive way.
Rough diamonds
How does a rough diamond look?
Almost unrecognizable, rough diamonds are often mistaken for rocks. They look nothing like the sparkling stone we all know and love.
The 4 C's
Determine the value of a diamond
Learn how diamonds are valuated by means of the 4 C's of diamond valuation. The 4 C's stand for: carat, color, clarity and cut. These four factors determine a polished diamond's appearance and sparkle.
The craft of diamond polishing
Tools from the traditional craftsmen
Over the years, the tool of professional diamond polishers improved a lot. Especially hundreds of years ago, it was extremely difficult to polish a diamond completely symmetrical. Fortunately, the polishers have their own set of tools to help them achieve this.
The City of Diamonds
How did Amsterdam became the world diamond capital?
For more than 400 years, Amsterdam is known as the City of Diamonds. But how did the capital of the small country became the world's leading city of diamond polishing? The Diamond Museum Amsterdam takes you on a journey to explain how the Dutch diamond industry became a flourishing one.
Diamonds in jewelry
Royals & jewelry
For centuries, Royals are famous for wearing the most extravagant diamond pieces. Explore our collection of Royals and their jewelry
International Crown Collection
Crowns & Tiaras
One of the most famous items diamonds are put into are crowns and tiaras. The second floor is dedicated to a special exhibition that focuses on crowns from all over the world.
Art & Diamonds
Diamonds in everyday objects with a twist
Diamonds are often used in jewelry, but that's not the only use. We collected exclusive objects that are completely set with diamonds. The results are breathtaking.
The Glamour Room
How does it feel to be inside a diamond?
Ever wondered what it is like to be inside a diamond? The last room if the museum lets you experience this. It is the highlight of the museum.
