Prestigious platinum jewellery exhibit opens in California 4th December 2009

Award-winning platinum jewellery is on show at a new exhibit opened recently in the US, it was confirmed yesterday (3rd December).

'Best of Platinum' features 17 pieces created by leading designers from all over the world and is taking place at the Gemological Institute of America Museum in Carlsbad, California.

Platinum Guild International, the prominent marketing body which organised the exhibit, expressed its delight at bringing together some of the finest jewellery sculpted from the precious metal.

"The exhibit is a collaboration of design excellence and creativity," said CEO James Courage.

"We hand-selected each piece because it illustrates the high quality and versatility of platinum."

Among the countries to contribute pieces are China, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa and the US, with offerings from the Aqua Collection and the PlatAfrica competition also included.

Some of the designers whose works are being showcased are Danhov, Gurhan, Kirk Kara, Krikawa, Mark Schneider, Michael B and Tom Munsteiner.

In recent years platinum jewellery has become increasingly popular. It has a fresh and modern look, and many people are now choosing platinum engagement rings and platinum wedding rings over the traditional gold. The precious metal is of beautifully high quality, and in no way pales in comparison to other metals typically used in matrimony. The ‘Best of Platinum’ exhibit shows the recent celebration and appreciation of platinum jewellery, will be open for public viewing until 30th April 2010.