A photo of the exterior of 580 Fifth Avenue during the day.
A photo of the exterior of 580 Fifth Avenue at dusk.

The World Diamond Tower

Welcome to 580 Fifth. Built in 1927 by distinguished architects Warren and Wetmore, 580 Fifth, best known as The World Diamond Tower, serves as the heart of the Diamond and Jewelry trade in the U.S. From our prestigious tenant roster, to our high security protocols, to the ability of our tenants to trade and collaborate with each other all within the confines of our building, 580 Fifth provides the ideal environment for a vibrant industry.

The World Diamond Tower is proudly operated by the descendants of the same family owners since 1954. Whether you’re a small business owner, or a member of the jewelry aristocracy, we understand your needs, and your business interests are our primary concerns.

Building Specifications

A Closer Look at 580 Fifth

  • Owner: Forty Seventh Fifth Company, LLC

  • Location: Northwest Corner of 5th Ave & 47th Street

  • Year Built: 1927

  • Building Size: 34 Floors | Approximately 400,000 RSF

  • Floor Plates: Range from 3,700 RSF to approximately 25,000 RSF

  • Construction: Reinforced concrete slabs with steel framing

  • Column Spacing: 14 ft. - 16 ft.

  • Ceiling Height: 11 ft. - 12 ft.

  • Elevators: 12 High-speed passenger and 2 automatic high-speed freight

  • Electric: 6 watts per sq. ft.

  • Core Factor: 30%

  • HVAC: 900 Tons of condenser water for air conditioning connection with a newly installed steam boiler plant.

  • Life Safety: Newly installed Class “E” fire alarm system with 24-hour on-site supervision

Amenities

  • Address: An internationally known address, 580 Fifth is known all over the world as The World Diamond Tower, the center of the Diamond trade in the U.S.

  • Foreign Trade Zone: 580 Fifth Avenue is a Designated Foreign Trade Zone. This unique status permits domestic activity involving foreign items to take place prior to formal customs entry. Duty free treatment is accorded to items that are re-exported, and duty payment is deferred on items sold within the U.S.

  • Mail Delivery: United States Post Office located on the 4th Floor

  • Vault: Onsite vaulting facilities highly secured behind a 22-ton door and operated by DGA

  • NYPD: Onsite and stationed within the lobby 24/7, 365 days a year

  • Security: Modern building-wide interior and exterior video surveillance system, turnstile keycard access, and biometric points of entry

  • Armored Logistics: Major armored couriers, including Brinks, Malca Amit, Loomis, and others.

  • Connectivity: High-speed internet with providers like Stealth, Spectrum, Astound, Lightpath, XFINITY, and Verizon Fios.

  • Roster: Prestigious tenant roster including Harry Winston, Julius Klein, Disons Gems, Krainz Creations, Rough Diamond Traders, and more.