As I reported a couple weeks ago…three new categories have been added to the Platinum Honors Division of the AGTA’s 2011 Spectrum Awards™.
We now have photos of ALL of the winners and as promised there is a complete photo gallery on Posterous at: http://aflyonthewall.posterous.com/
Special Divisions
Platinum Honors, sponsored by Platinum Guild International, recognizes outstanding use of platinum in colored gemstone and/or pearl jewelry in the five Spectrum Awards categories and for the Best Use of Color and Platinum. New for this year, Platinum Honors adds three new categories: Platinum Honors Innovation – Bridal Wear under $2,500, Platinum Honors Innovation – Classical under $3,500 and Platinum Honors Innovation – Day Wear under $2,000.
Best Use of Platinum and Color:
Judy Evans, Omi Gems, Inc.
Platinum “Princess of Ratnapura” bracelet featuring nine round Sapphires (14.0 ctw.) and round Diamonds (8.48 ctw.)
Men’s Wear – Platinum HonorsAlan Friedman, Alan Friedman: Platinum ring with a cushion-cut purple Spinel (6.62 ct.).
Evening Wear – Platinum HonorsRalph Wobito, Zultanite Gems, LLC: Platinum earrings featuring Zultanite (Diaspore) briolettes (25.15 ctw.) accented with white Diamonds (0.95 ctw.).
Classical – Platinum HonorsChristopher Olson, Molina Fine Jewelers: Platinum “Temple of the Sacred Heart” ring featuring a 10.05 ct. oval untreated Ruby accented with white Diamonds (7.18 ctw.) and Rubies (.22 ctw.).
Bridal Wear – Platinum Honors
Yehouda Saketkhou, Yael Designs: Platinum “Triad” ring featuring a 6.34 ct. unheated blue Sapphire accented with white Diamonds (1.03 ctw.)
Bridal Wear – Entry Platinum HonorsRobert Pelliccia, J.R. Dunn Jewelers: Platinum ring featuring a 1.37 ct. round blue Sapphire accented with Diamonds (.46 ctw.) and blue Sapphires (.28 ctw.)
Business/Day Wear – Platinum HonorsMaria Canale, Richard Krementz Gemstones: Platinum “Wave” pendant featuring a 2.18 ct. Paraiba Tourmaline accented with Diamonds (3.72 ctw.).
Business/Day Wear – Platinum HonorsRon Lodholz, Stonehaven Jewelry Gallery: Platinum ring with a 1.41 ct. Aquamarine, Diamond Accent (.06 ctw.).
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