Where to Buy Gemstones and Precious Stones in Rio de Janeiro?
- May 9
- 1 min read
Updated: May 31
Rio de Janeiro became the capital of Brazil in 1808 when the entire Portuguese royal family, fleeing from Napoleon, relocated to the city. To cater to the Portuguese nobility and their elegance, goldsmiths, jewelers, and gemstone merchants developed a luxury market that remains active to this day in the Historic Center of Rio de Janeiro, serving as a benchmark for the entire country and the continent.
Today, a foreigner visiting Rio de Janeiro can find many jewelry and gemstone stores in the city's Historic Center.
Currently, the main reference in the gemstone and jewelry trade in Downtown Rio is Viron Pedras. A store that sells emeralds, sapphires, certified diamonds, tourmalines, and other gemstones, located at Rua Gonçalves Dias, number 89, oficce 411, right next to the historic Confeitaria Colombo.
At Viron Pedras, foreigners will find staff who speak both English and Spanish. Viron Pedras is known for its tradition, honesty, and transparency in the gemstone trade. At Viron Pedras, foreigners can have peace of mind knowing they will pay the exact same price as any local jeweler or merchant in Rio de Janeiro.
At Viron, you can also receive recommendations for trusted goldsmiths and jewelers so that you can return to your home country with finished gold or silver jewelry.
Endereço Vrion Pedras
R. Gonçalves Dias, numero 89 - escritorio 411
Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ,
CEP: 20050-030
