Meet the Dresden Green, one of the world’s most famous green diamonds. 💚💎

Weighing an impressive 40.70 carats, this exceptional diamond has a fascinating history. For centuries, the Dresden Green was associated with luck and prosperity. Today, it is recognised as the largest known green diamond and one of the rarest diamonds in the world.

A unique replica of the Dresden Green is now on display in the temporary Highlights Exhibition at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam. Come and discover the story behind this extraordinary green diamond, alongside other famous diamonds.

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What does it take to cut a diamond? 💎

Before a rough diamond can reveal its brilliance, it needs to be carefully processed. One of the first steps is sawing, which allows a rough stone to be divided into carefully selected sections.

The diamond saw on display at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam is made of phosphor bronze and has an incredibly thin blade, just 0.05 to 0.14 mm thick. Its edge is coated with a mixture of diamond powder and oil, allowing it to saw through one of the hardest natural materials on Earth at 4,500 to 6,500 revolutions per minute.

Discover more about the craftsmanship and techniques behind diamond cutting at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam.

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A tiara with a fascinating royal history. 👑💎

The diamond stars in this tiara have been worn by several Dutch queens on important occasions. Queen Wilhelmina wore the tiara for her official portrait at the age of 17 in 1897 and again for her 25th wedding anniversary in 1926.

Many decades later, Queen Máxima wore the same tiara during her wedding ceremony to King Willem-Alexander in 2002. Between 1980 and 2013, Princess Beatrix also wore the diamond stars as brooches on various occasions.

A beautiful replica of this remarkable Dutch royal tiara is now on display in the temporary Highlights Exhibition at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam. Come and discover its story, along with other famous diamonds and royal jewellery.

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For many years, brown diamonds were considered less valuable than diamonds in other colours. But the Cognac on Ice proves that a brown diamond can be truly extraordinary. 🤎💎

This remarkable 34-carat diamond was purchased by actor Richard Burton in 1974 and given as a gift to his wife, actress Elizabeth Taylor. 🎥✨

A unique replica of the Cognac on Ice is now on display in the temporary Highlights Exhibition at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam. Come and discover the story behind this remarkable diamond, alongside other famous diamonds from around the world.

What do you think of this beautiful brown diamond? 🤩

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How does a rough diamond become a polished gem? 💎

Before a diamond can reveal its brilliance, it goes through several highly precise stages. Cleaving or sawing, bruting and polishing each play an important role in shaping the final stone. 💍

One of the first steps is sawing. To divide a diamond into two or more pieces, a remarkably thin phosphor bronze saw blade, just 0.05 to 0.14 mm thick, is coated with a mixture of diamond powder and oil. The blade can rotate at an incredible 4,500 to 6,500 revolutions per minute!

Want to learn more about how diamonds are processed? Discover the fascinating techniques in our temporary Highlights Exhibition at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam, or explore our website for more. 👉 Link in bio

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A diamond setting does more than hold a stone securely in place. It is an essential part of the design, created to bring out the beauty and brilliance of the diamond. 💎

Setting a diamond requires precision and craftsmanship. From Solitaire and Bezel to Eternity, Cluster and Pavé settings, each technique creates a different look and character.

At the Diamond Museum Amsterdam, you can discover the art and history behind diamonds. Combine your museum visit with a Diamond Factory Tour and meet the specialists who transform rough stones into sparkling jewels.

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Have you ever seen a blue diamond like this? 💎

Known as the Brunswick Blue, this remarkable 13.75-carat pear-shaped diamond was sold in Geneva in 1874 from the collection of the Duke of Brunswick. Since then, the diamond has had a fascinating history, although its current owner remains unknown.

✨ A beautiful replica of the Brunswick Blue is now on display in the Highlights Exhibition at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam. Come and discover its story, along with those of some of the world’s most famous diamonds.

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Ever wondered how a rough diamond is transformed into a sparkling jewel? 💎

Start your visit with a Diamond Factory Tour, where you can meet the diamond polishers and see their craftsmanship up close as they transform rough stones into beautifully polished diamonds.

After the tour, continue your diamond journey at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam and discover the fascinating history and world of diamonds.

✨ Experience both in one visit with our Diamond Factory Tour & Diamond Museum Highlight Exhibition combo ticket, available to book on our website. Link in bio!

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