Each year, Nebraska and South Dakota jewelers and goldsmiths look forward to a statewide jewelry design competition sponsored by the Nebraska/South Dakota Jewelers Association.  The competition was held in conjunction with NESD’s Annual Leadership Conference and Convention at the Midtown Holiday Inn in Grand Island August 17-19th. Entries in the competition must be created, as well as designed, by Nebraska/South Dakota Jewelers.  The competition recognizes entries in four categories.

The Nebraska/South Dakota Jewelers Association is an advocate for professionalism and high ethical standards in the jewelry trade.  Its goal is to assist all members by providing meaningful educational programs, services and recognition.  Sartor Hamann Jewelers received the following awards: 1st Place and Best of Show, Category I, Lori Fowler, Marquis Diamond Pendant; 1st Place, Category II, Lori Fowler and Jordan Hamann, 14KT Rose Gold & Cushion Diamond Ring; 3rd Place, Category II, Christopher Eiland, 14KT WG Pendant with Trillion Cut Amethyst & Diamond Melee; 1st Place, Category III, Brian Spatz, Ladies 14KT Fashion Ring with Diamond Melee & Yellow Beryl Stone; 3rd Place, Category III, Christopher Eiland, 14KT WG Pendant with Round Druzy & Diamond Melee.

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