IGI Expressions Competition

December 31 Deadline! Win $500, Recognition, More…

The IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Design Competition will accept submissions through this Saturday December 31, 2022. All entries must be uploaded by the end of this calendar year to be considered for one of nine grand prizes of $500, design fabrication, press coverage and more.

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The ‘Dazzling History’ of Natural Diamonds

If the emotional aspect of diamond engagement rings resonates with you, ‘Only Natural Diamonds’ has a beautiful pictorial essay – covering their history from Mary of Burgundy all the way through ‘Bennifer.’

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New e-commerce platform offers ‘Future Forward’ jewelry

The Future Rocks (TFR) is a Hong Kong based platform offering ‘future-forward’ jewelry, espousing the shared values of sustainability, innovation and creativity. Since launching last year the online marketplace has more than tripled its roster of brands and products.

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Leysen receives IGI Diamond Cutting Award in China

On November 17 IGI honored Leysen with a diamond craftsmanship award, recognizing the jewelry Maison’s ‘Blue Flame Diamond.’ The ceremony, attended by diplomats, industry principals and members of the press, took place at the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Belgium in Shanghai.

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IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Donna Hourani

Donna Hourani’s exquisite jewelry has a focus on minimal, feminine designs that easily transition from day to night. Her journey to jewelry design included earning a BA in Interior Architecture and experience in both art and dance, as well as formal training in gemology.

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IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Laksh Pahuja

Laksh Pahuja is a name synonymous with unusual jewelry. An innovative designer from Mumbai, India, his creative designs are known for capturing the minds and hearts of professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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IGI Expressions Jurist Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Maari

IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Marri

Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Maari is a Dubai based, Emirati artist and an alumni of the IGI School of Gemology, Middle East. Coming from a professional background in the Aviation & Tourism industries, Sheikha Dalia found her true calling in jewelry design.

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IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Varuna D Jani

It’s been over ten years since Varuna D Jani burst onto the Indian jewelry scene with a fresh, modern aesthetic. One thing hasn’t changed, though, and that is her quest to surprise and delight her customers from the moment they walk in through the door.

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IGI Expressions Jurist Kyle Roderick

IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Kyle Roderick

Kyle Roderick is a jewelry industry influencer and journalist for Forbes.com, Rapaport, NouvelleBox and other influential media outlets. Her Instagram account @bijouxreview has nearly 100,000 followers.

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IGI Expressions Jurist Chris Ploof

IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Chris Ploof

Chris Ploof specializes in unique, hand-forged pieces made with distinctive metals paired with the ancient art of Mokume Gane. Each of the rings he creates boasts its own unique pattern. His pendants, bracelets, earrings and other accessories represent an array of distinctive, sustainable choices for modern jewelry lovers.

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IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Sarah Francois-Poncet

Sarah François-Poncet is a US national who has lived half her life outside of the United States. For 11 years Sarah was the Global General Counsel for Chanel, after having been Secretary General of Chanel’s companies in France.

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Announcing the 2022 IGI Expressions Design Competition

IGI is again calling upon the world’s creatives to step forward and contribute. Starting next week submissions will be accepted for the 2022  IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Excellence Awards. Provided free of charge, this opportunity to share and celebrate talent is open to jewelers, designers, students, teachers, and fans alike.

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Jeweler Creates ‘Pumpkin Spice’ Engagement Ring

“The perfect ring when it’s love at first sip,” is how a U.K. Jeweler is promoting an $11,300 diamond engagement ring inspired by the Pumpkin Spice latte.

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Graff Emeralds Smash Bonhams’ Auction Estimates

An emerald and diamond necklace created by Graff exceeded its presale estimate by more than five times at Bonhams’ 2022 London Jewels auction. A pair of emerald and diamond earrings also smashed expectations, quadrupling their estimated value.

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IGI Presents Seminars at HardRock Summit

Over 400 exhibitors gathered at the Colorado Convention Center, many for the second consecutive year, to take part in the only USA show to bring mineral & fossil dealers and jewelry & gemstone companies together under one roof.

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Apple Watch Case with 443 Diamonds. Only 7 Available.

Apple Watches count your steps and unlock your car but don’t catch the eye like a Rolex or Patek Philippe flashing on your wrist. Swedish accessory maker Golden Concept will help a few Apple enthusiasts bridge that gap with a new Apple Watch case adorned with 443 diamonds.

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Rams NFL Championship Ring sets 20.00 ctw Record

Earlier this year the Los Angeles Rams became the second NFL franchise in history to win a SuperBowl being hosted in their home stadium. Rams players, team leadership and Luxury Jeweler Jason of Beverly Hills collaborated to create a uniquely commemorative championship ring.

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Van Cleef & Arpels

Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 5

Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 stunning mystery set pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

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Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 4

Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 stunning mystery set pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

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Van Cleef & Arpels

Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 3

Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

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#ROCKTHEPIN: A Jewelry Design Competition Open To All Students

Calling all rebels with a cause: London-based jeweler CHELSEA ROCKS has launched a competition inviting creative university students around the world to design a lapel pin incorporating lab grown diamonds as a symbol of generational expression, societal comment or social activism.

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Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 2

Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 stunning mystery set pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone. 

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IGI certifies Guinness World Record 24,679-diamond ring

SWA Diamonds of India has produced a ring set with 24,697 diamonds, a new world record. Designed by Rijisha TV, a post graduate in lifestyle accessory design, from the National Institute of Design, the ring has been named ‘The Touch of Ami.’

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Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 1

Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

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