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Why is the Royal Asscher Cut better than the Asscher Cut?

Buying a diamond engagement ring starts with choosing a shape. Here’s everything you need to know about why a Royal Asscher Cut is better than an Asscher Cut.

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A gift for every occasion - Classic diamond jewelry

Classic diamond pieces goes with everything and stands the test of time. But what is a classic diamond piece and what should you search for that will not fall to...

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The World’s First Patented Diamond

Our diamond patent story began in 1902 when Joseph Asscher created the original Asscher Cut. Since then, every generation of the Asscher family at Royal Asscher has contributed to the growth of our...

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Tolstraat 127, Amsterdam

The Asscher Diamond Company chose Tolstraat 127, Amsterdam, to set up its factory with the building's massive windows that let in ample light being the main draw for its selection....

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The Excelsior

The fates were aligned the day the Excelsior was discovered, aligned to ensure no one bar a handful of people knew of its existence. On the day Excelsior was found,...

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The Cullinan

The 3106-carat Cullinan remains the largest rough diamond of exceedingly rare quality ever discovered. Joseph Asscher collapsed backwards trying to cleave the diamond for the British Crown. And a myth grew...

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Ethics

We care deeply about our planet and its citizens. We make good on that statement through our many efforts to ensure that only the most beautiful and ethical diamonds are...

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