Platinum Guild International, USA announced the winners of 2012 Platinum Innovation Awards. The presentation of the winners was announced at a special press conference at JCK Las Vegas on June 3.
This year, winners were selected in seven different design categories. Each category had two awards – the ‘Editor’s Choice’ and the ‘Buyer’s Choice’. Also a ‘Best in Show’ award was chosen as a culmination of all votes.
Each of the winners received a prize package worth $50,000. The winners in each category are:
- Platinum Engagement Ring
Editor’s Choice: Uneek Fine Jewelry platinum and diamond engagement ring
Buyer’s Choice: Lieberfarb platinum and diamond engagement ring
- Entry Platinum Engagement Ring (semi-mounts under $2,500 retail)
Editor’s Choice: Alishan platinum and diamond semi-mount engagement ring (below)
Buyer’s Choice: Designs by Vatché signature engagement ring
- Platinum Wedding Band
Editor’s Choice: A. Jaffe platinum twisted eternity band
Buyer’s Choice: Omi Privé platinum diamond and sapphire eternity band
- Platinum Men’s Jewellery
Editor’s Choice: Pioneer Gems platinum moonstone, sapphire, and diamond cufflinks
Buyer’s Choice: Novell platinum and black diamond ring
- Entry Platinum Fashion Jewellery (under $3500 retail)
Editor’s Choice: Simon G platinum and diamond pendant
Buyer’s Choice: Mercury Ring platinum and diamond earrings
- Platinum Red Carpet Jewelry
Editor’s Choice: Oscar Heyman platinum, opal, emerald bead, and diamond necklace
Buyer’s Choice: Erik Stewart platinum, diamond, and sapphire ring
- Platinum and Coloured Gemstone Jewellery
Editor’s Choice: Goshwara platinum and emerald bead flower earrings
Buyer’s Choice: Stuller platinum, sapphire, and diamond ring
- Best in Show
Designs by Vatché signature diamond engagement ring
The event was a huge success with stunning models and the magnificent winning jewels!!! The room was filled with excitement of Press, Designers and Industry leaders present for the award presentation event.
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