About 340.000 visitors come to see Coster Diamonds craftsmen at work every year. During free-guided tours, which are available in more than 24 languages, the process of cutting and polishing a diamond is explained in detail by our efficient and accommodating staff. After the tour, visitors have the opportunity to browse around in the spacious showrooms.
Polishing diamonds
Coster Diamonds has been entrusted with the polishing of numerous famous diamonds. They were commissioned by Prince Albert of England with the re-polishing of the fabulous "Koh-I-Noor" or the "Mountain of Light", a blue-white diamond which is part of England's crown jewels and can be viewed in the Tower of London.
Collection
Coster Diamonds has one of the biggest collections in Amsterdam of large stones weighing over 1.00 carat. Here one sees an extensive collection of both loose and set diamonds.
Visiting
Most diamonds are accompanied by a certificate of the G.I.A. or the High Council. Every item is for sale at reasonable factory prices; tax-free shopping is available for non-E.U. residents. After the tour one can relax in the cosy café where coffee, tea and soft drinks are served. In the same area one can find the gift shop.
Location
Besides all its other advantages Coster Diamonds has also the most ideal location in the very heart of Amsterdam. What could be more perfect than having your establishment located between the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum.