Introduction

The International Pearl Design Competition (IPDC) was created in 2009 to recognize design excellence with all types of cultured pearls under the authority of the Cultured Pearl Association of America. The Awards are international in scope and have garnered international recognition for both emerging and seasoned artists from all over the world. The judging process is anonymous, transparent, and confidential. Judges are leaders of the jewelry industry and include retailers, editors, buyers, and pearl jewelry craftsmen.

 Recognition

Awards are given to entries that demonstrate high levels of design achievement in accordance with the judging criteria. Media opportunities, including coverage by industry publications, on the CPAA website, and in CPAA's digital #thisispearl magazine, will be available to winning designs.

All winners--U.S.–based, international, and students--receive certificates. Select pieces from U.S. finalists and winners go on display and sale at the Aaron Faber Gallery in New York City. 

Awards routinely garner media opportunities in print and online publications, including coverage by jewelry trade magazines and this website.

Click here to see International winners and here to see U.S. winning pieces in the 2023 competition!