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Jewelers of America (JA) has announced the winners of the 36th annual CASE Awards, which honor jewelry designers who show exceptional skill and innovation.
A panel of design experts selected the winners based on overall design, marketability, originality, and quality of craftsmanship, JA said last week. The competition drew more than 120 entries across eight categories, divided into price range and membership type. One retailer and a supplier entry also received prizes in the Best in Show category.
“The CASE Awards continue to showcase the incredible talent and creativity within the Jewelers of America community,” said JA spokesperson Amanda Gizzi. “Each year, our members demonstrate a remarkable balance of craftsmanship, innovation and artistry, reflecting both the enduring traditions and evolving direction of the jewelry industry. We are proud to recognize these designers whose work not only inspires, but helps shape the future of fine jewelry.”
The winning designs ranged from a $780 sculptured dragon ring to a $68,000 ring with two rose-cut bullet and pavé diamonds. All winners will receive a customized trophy and media exposure.
The CASE Awards — short for Creativity, Artistry, Style and Excellence — are open exclusively to employees of JA member companies. The awards are sponsored by Synchrony.
The 2026 CASE award winners are as follows:
Retailer: Jewelry up to $5,000
Atelier Mythique
New York, New York
Designed by Paola Mounla
Retailer: Jewelry $5,001 to $10,000
Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry and Watches
El Paso, Texas
Designed by Susan Eisen, G.G.
Retailer: Jewelry $10,001 to $20,000
Nicole Mera
San Antonio, Texas
Designed by Nikki Swift
Retailer: Jewelry $20,001 to $75,000
Michael Ryan Personal Jeweler
Birmingham, Alabama
Designed by Michael Ryan Snuggs, Patrick Conway and Mark Gronlund
Retailer Best in Show
Kennedy’s Jewelers
Blue Springs, Missouri
Designed by Trisha Kennedy-Thompson
Supplier: Jewelry up to $5,000
Loriann Jewelry
Westport, Connecticut
Designed by Lori Friedman
Supplier: Jewelry $5,001 to $10,000
Olga Shatrova
Irvine, California
Designed by Olga Shatrova
Supplier: Jewelry $10,001 to $20,000
Jack Ferrero
Los Angeles, California
Designed by Jack Ferrero and Hrachya Harutyunyan
Supplier: Jewelry $20,001 to $75,000
Hearts On Fire
Boston, Massachusetts
Designed by Yunjo Lee
Supplier: Best in Show
Renisis
New York, New York
Designed by Sardwell
Main image: Some of the winning jewelry designs. (Jewelers of America)
