PGI – USA 2012 Platinum Innovation Awards Announced

By Macrogers

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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