NYC Diamond District (47th St)
New York, NY — United States
Known For — one of the world's busiest centers for diamond and jewelry trading with high transaction volume
The NYC Diamond District — the compact block of West 47th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Midtown Manhattan — is one of the world's busiest centers for diamond and jewelry trading. The stretch hosts thousands of jewelers, wholesalers, and craftsmen offering a vast selection of loose diamonds, colored gems, engagement rings, watches and finished jewelry at competitive, trade-level prices. The district is famed for its high transaction volume (a significant share of diamonds entering the U.S. pass through this block), its dense network of wholesale marts and exchanges, and its high-energy, deal-oriented shopping culture.
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The Diamond District is a unique, fast-paced destination for serious buyers and curious visitors alike. Walk 47th Street to see jewelers' showrooms, hidden office-rooms, appraisal benches and vaults — an intense, market-style experience that rewards preparation and patience. While many vendors welcome walk-ins, appointment bookings are common for high-value purchases or bespoke work; bring ID and be prepared to request written certification for any diamond purchase.
Highlights & Tips:
- Do your homework: learn the 4Cs (cut, color, clarity, carat) before shopping and ask for grading reports from reputable labs.
- Get it in writing: always obtain a sales slip with return policy and any grading/certification included.
- Watch the pace: expect high-energy stalls and assertive sales tactics — don't be rushed into a decision.
- Best times: weekday mornings are quieter and better for appointments or serious buying.
- Learn the layout: many reputable multi-tenant marts (e.g., Futurama and similar exchanges) concentrate dozens of vendors under one roof — these are good starting points.
- Context & history: 47th Street's diamond trade traces to early-20th-century migrations of European jewelers and expanded through the 1920s onward, with long-standing family firms and close-knit trade networks shaping the district's character.
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Notable Businesses in the District
Ultimate Diamond Co.
19 & 22 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Established diamond retailer with two locations on 47th Street. Visit website
Diamond Source NYC
20 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Diamond wholesaler and custom design specialist. Visit website
Delicate Gem
64 W 47th St, Suite F18, New York, NY 10036
Fine jewelry and gemstone specialist in the heart of the district. Visit website
Avianne & Co.
28 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Flagship jewelry store known for custom designs and celebrity clientele. Visit website
I.D. Jewelry
15 W 47th St, Suite 305, New York, NY 10036
Diamond and jewelry showroom with corporate and retail services. Visit website
Futurama Diamond Center
66 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Major multi-vendor exchange building housing dozens of diamond dealers. Visit website
1 Diamond Source
36 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Diamond wholesaler and retailer in the mid-block area.