Goldsmiths' Craftsmanship & Design Awards 2012

An important date in any jewellery designers calendar is the Goldsmiths' Craftsmanship & Design Awards. Not only is it great to take part in the competition, the prize-giving and exhibition also provides an incredible opportunity to view some of the best design and craftsmanship the UK has to offer, in the stunning gilded rooms of the Goldsmiths' Hall located in St. Pauls, London.

2012 turned out to be a huge success and I was absolutely delighted to collect four certificates! The awards are kept a total surprise until the night which all added to the suspense...!

Here I'll share with you the pieces which received awards...

©Zoe Harding Bird Heart Pendant design in platinum and diamonds.
This piece received the Silver award in the platinum section for bridal jewellery.

©Zoe Harding Neptunea Ring in platinum and diamonds.
This piece was awarded the Gold GIA Award and the Silver in the 3D contemporary gold and platinum design section.
Photograph (far right): Bill Burnett.

©Zoe Harding Inverse Pearl Cuff in black rhodium plated sterling silver with cultured freshwater pearls.
This piece was commended in the Contemporary Silver Design (3D) section.