An exceptional tour at the premier Shimansky jewellers in trendy De Waterhant in Cape Town is one of the most luxurious tours in which you can indulge. From the cutting and polishing operations, the design studio, the state-of-the-art workshop to the 1200m2 showroom, you will be inspired by the creativity and beauty surrounding you. Discover how diamonds, formed 3 billion years ago deep below the Earth’s surface are transformed into the sparkling jewels that glitter on your fingers, ears, neck or on your wrists. Choose from a wide selection of diamonds or tanzanite - the only precious stone exclusive to the African continent - and, with the Shimansky designers, create a completely unique piece of jewelley. Designs co-created on the diamond tour will be brought to life within 48 hours. All Shimansky diamonds are conflict-free and of South African origin, and their journey from mine to finger can be traced. This fascinating experience will be enriched with stories of South Africa’s incredible diamond heritage thanks to Shimansky’s knowledgeable specialists. You will be amazed at the extraordinary levels of skill and expertise required, the dedication and authenticity needed to ensure every stone, hand selected from the mines, is analysed and graded according to the highest standards of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA-certified). Witness first-hand the transformation of the rough diamonds of the Earth into the cut and polished signature pieces of Shimansky jewellery. Across the globe, the Shimansky brand is set apart by the pioneering diamond cuts and jewellery designs of the ultimate Master Diamond Craftsman, Yair Shimansky. It’s not just the diamonds that sparkle. The stylish bar lounge with its tranquil ambiance and attentive service provide the perfect setting to experience premium wines, craft gins and whiskey tastings.