Macro view of an exceptional unheated blue sapphire with spectral light refracting through its facets

Exceptional Gemstones.
Engineered by Nature,
Curated by Shapiro.

Specialists in unheated, museum-grade gemstones since 1982.Antwerp Diamond Center.

Our Expertise

Where rarity meets
uncompromising standards

Shapiro Gems is a dynamic firm located at the heart of the Antwerp Diamond Center, active all over the world. We specialize in exceptional, big-sized, unheated gemstones, and also offer a wide range of commercial goods imported directly from the Far East, Africa, and South America.

Exceptional Specimens

We specialize in exceptional, big-sized, unheated gemstones — natural treasures that have never been thermally enhanced. Each stone is selected for its rarity, color saturation, and internal character, destined for collectors and connoisseurs who demand the extraordinary.

Our network spans the globe, with direct sourcing relationships in the world's most significant gem-producing regions.

Commercial Range

Alongside our masterpieces, we offer a comprehensive range of commercial-grade gemstones imported directly from the Far East, Africa, and South America. Our direct sourcing eliminates middlemen, ensuring competitive pricing with consistent quality.

Certification Laboratories

Every exceptional stone is accompanied by certification from the world's leading gemological laboratories.

GRS — Gemresearch Swisslab
SSEF — Swiss Gemmological Institute
Gübelin Gem Lab
Gem Report Antwerp
GIA — Gemological Institute of America
SIG
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Our Legacy

Four decades of
precision & trust

1982

The Beginning

Oded Shapiro begins his career in the gemstone trade, building deep relationships with mining sources across the globe.

1990

Shapiro Gems Founded

The firm is founded by Oded Shapiro at the heart of the Antwerp Diamond Center, specializing in exceptional unheated gemstones.

2005

A Family Business

Shapiro Gems becomes a family business when Idan Shviro joins, expanding the commercial range with direct imports from the Far East and South America.

2014

The Next Generation

Itai Shapiro joins the firm, solidifying Shapiro Gems as a multi-generational family enterprise with a global presence.

Upcoming Events

Where to meet us

FEB18

February 2027

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Inhorgenta Munich

Messe München, Munich, Germany

Discover our new arrivals sourced directly from Africa and South America.

SEP14

September 2026

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Hong Kong International Jewellery Show

Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong

Meet our team and explore our latest collection of exceptional unheated gemstones.

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June 2026

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JCK Vegas

The Venetian Expo | Las Vegas, NV

Visit us at our home bourse to view our full commercial range and masterpieces.

Industry Memberships & Accreditations

We are members of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA), the Antwerp Diamond Bourse, and the Diamantclub van Antwerpen.

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Responsible Jewellery Council

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International Colored Gemstone Association

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Beurs voor Diamanthandel

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Diamantclub van Antwerpen

Private Inquiry

Let us source your
perfect stone

Whether you are searching for a museum-grade unheated gemstone or reliable commercial parcels, our team in Antwerp is at your service.

Address
Shapiro Gems B.V.B.A.
Vestingstraat 53-57
2018 Antwerpen, Belgium

Phone
+32 3 227 08 36

Fax
+32 3 226 56 83

Email
info@shapirogems.com

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