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Groundbreaking Collection Highlights Possibilities for 3D-Printed Platinum Jewellery Design

Platinum Guild International Leads Efforts to Expand Platinum’s Production Capabilities Using 3D Printing Technology with Tùsaire Collection by Maeve Gillies

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Platinum Guild International (PGI) continues to champion technological advancements in platinum jewellery design and fabrication with a ground-breaking development in 3D printing. The innovative Tùsaire collection, created by Scottish-American jewellery designer Maeve Gillies using 3D printing technology, is the first platinum-based collection of its kind to be launched commercially.

The Tùsaire Collection is named after the Scottish Gaelic word for “pioneer” and features jewellery made from platinum and titanium, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings that highlight the potential of 3D printed platinum in the realm of jewellery design and fabrication.

While sharing this latest development in the platinum jewellery market at ORIGINALLUXURY’s 5th Roundtable event in Geneva in May 2025, which brought together 150 luxury, technology and finance stakeholders, PGI’s CEO Tim Schlick explained, “We needed to put 3D printing of platinum to the test, to identify the advantages and challenges, in the hope of expediting the technology’s application in making precious jewellery and its ability to create novel designs and experiences. There is no doubt additive manufacturing will be very important for the future of jewellery as it unlocks so many new possibilities.”

While 3D printing was already an established technology for jewellery production, the launch of the Tùsaire collection beautifully demonstrates the decorative, scale and structural potential for 3D printed platinum jewellery. For example, the 3D printing and precious metal powder technology used have enabled the crafting of intricate, unique shapes that would be impossible to achieve otherwise, such as lattices, hollow structures and detailed textures. As Mr. Schlick noted during the workshop, “We are just beginning to understand how platinum can create new emotional and practical value in 3D printing, not only through how it looks, but how it is made, owned, and experienced.”

“This moment marks a pivotal opportunity for platinum to redefine its role in luxury through creativity, cross-sector collaboration, and future-ready innovation,” said Margot Stuart, co-founder of ORIGINALLUXURY and OriginAll S.A..

 “As most of my work is in diamond bridal jewellery fabrication, I learned through experience that platinum is the ideal bridal metal due to its strength, resilience, and suitability for diamond design innovation. For this 3D-printed jewellery collection, my knowledge of platinum was invaluable in allowing me to design new solutions with the printing technology, helping to transform platinum into new jewellery looks and categories,” said Gillies about her experience designing and developing the 3D-printed jewellery.

The direct metal printing of the platinum pieces was completed by the Italian-based company ProGold, which utilises metal laser powder bed fusion and other technologies to develop and produce parts from precious metals for a range of industries.

“Due to platinum’s high tenacity, strength and high melting temperature, it enables the highest quality of structural integrity with precise heat control. Its good light absorption and low reflectivity also make platinum a comparatively energy-efficient metal for printing with lasers.”  Tai Wong, Director of Innovations and Product Development at PGI shares. “Platinum’s metal attributes are superior for processes like laser powder bed fusion, and we found the best of platinum’s strength and shine are optimised by direct metal printing.”

The technology catapults platinum into new types of jewellery by enabling the creation of larger silhouettes that were previously impossible because platinum is traditionally a heavier, denser, and more expensive metal. However, platinum is currently highly desirable, partly because its price makes it more affordable than gold.

“This is such an interesting time in the industry because technologies are coming in thick and fast. At the same time, craft has never been more important for people to preserve and understand the process and the possibilities of new materials and new ways of expressing and pushing more towards what platinum can do,” added Ms. Gillies.

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Machine learning is reshaping jewellery retail

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Machine learning (ML) is reshaping jewellery retail by making operations smarter, more efficient, and customer-focused. By analyzing large volumes of data, ML helps retailers better understand customer preferences, predict buying behavior, optimize inventory, and improve marketing and sales outcomes.​

Key Ways ML Transforms Jewellery Retail

  • Customer Analytics and Personalization: ML models analyze customer data such as browsing habits, purchase history, and demographics to predict preferences and provide personalized product recommendations, enhancing the customer experience and increasing conversion rates.​
  • Demand Forecasting: By examining historical sales data along with external factors like seasonal trends, festivals, and fashion cycles, ML can predict which products will be in demand, helping retailers optimize stock levels and reduce overstock or understock situations.​
  • Targeted Marketing: ML enables retailers to segment customers and create highly targeted marketing campaigns, which improves engagement and return on investment for promotions.​
  • Pricing Optimization: Algorithms analyze market demand, competitor prices, and sales data to recommend optimal pricing strategies that maximize margins and respond swiftly to market changes.​
  • Quality Control and Counterfeit Detection: Advanced ML techniques, including computer vision, are used for automated inspection of jewellery quality, grading stones, and detecting counterfeit products—improving consistency and trust in the brand.​
  • Enhanced Inventory Management: ML predicts restocking needs and automates parts of the supply chain, ensuring products are available when and where they are most needed, thus lowering operational costs and increasing responsiveness to demand.​

Business Impact

Implementing machine learning helps jewellers:

  • Increase sales and customer loyalty through customization and better service.​
  • Improve profitability via accurate demand forecasts and dynamic pricing.​
  • Reduce costs and operational inefficiencies, particularly in inventory and supply chain management.​

Implementation Challenges

Successful adoption of ML requires good data infrastructure, investment in technology and training, and a willingness to shift toward data-driven decision-making. Retailers also need to pay attention to privacy, data ethics, and evolving regulations in customer data management.​

In summary, machine learning enables jewellery retailers to move from intuition-based management to analytics-driven operations, making them more agile and competitive in today’s dynamic market.​

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