Most people shop for a diamond by looking at what is available.
This is the opposite.
We travel to Antwerp, the center of the global diamond trade, to hand select diamonds specifically for our clients.
While you go about your day, we are walking into invitation only diamond houses, sitting across from cutters, and reviewing diamonds that never make it into traditional retail.
Your diamond is not pulled from a case. It is chosen with intention, sourced directly, and brought back to be set into jewelry designed just for you.
That process becomes part of the story, and it is something you cannot replicate any other way.
What This Means for You
Antwerp is not a retail environment. It is the center of the global diamond trade, where diamonds are bought and sold at the highest level. Through our relationships and access, we are able to step into that world and hand select diamonds directly from top cutters and suppliers.
This allows for a level of selection, transparency, and value that does not exist in traditional retail settings.
If you care about what you are buying and how it is sourced, this is the way to do it.
The Process
We begin with a one on one consultation before the trip where we define exactly what you are looking for, including shape, size, quality, and budget. This is not a general conversation. It is specific and intentional so that every diamond we review in Antwerp is aligned with your goals.
While in Antwerp, diamonds are sourced specifically for you based on those parameters. During the trip, we connect with you to review the options and guide you through the selection process in real time. Once a diamond is chosen, it is secured and brought back to the United States, where we begin designing and creating your custom piece in house.
Why Do It This Way
This process removes the limitations of in store inventory and replaces it with access to the global market. It eliminates unnecessary layers of markup and gives you the opportunity to see diamonds that were selected specifically for you, rather than settling for what happens to be available. It also brings you into the process in a way that feels more personal, more informed, and ultimately more meaningful.
Trip Perks
When your Antwerp diamond is set, you will receive 10% off your mounting.
We also offer 12-month interest free financing through approved credit, making it easier to move forward without compromising on quality.
Refer a Friend If you know someone who is shopping for an earth mined diamond, this is a great time to introduce them to Croft and Stern. When they book and attend an Antwerp Diamond Appointment and are new to us, you will both receive a $100 gift card to use toward a future custom piece or in stock jewelry.
There is no purchase necessary, and appointments must be scheduled by September 19, 2026 and tied to the Antwerp Diamond Buying Trip to qualify.
Important Details
Appointments must be booked by September 19, 2026. The Antwerp Diamond Buying Trip takes place September 20 through September 27, and this opportunity is reserved for earth mined diamonds only.
Use this link to learn about the selection process, pricing, and more.