Groundbreaking Collection Highlights Possibilities for 3D-Printed Platinum Jewellery Design
Platinum Guild International (PGI) continues to champion technological advancements in platinum jewellery design and fabrication with a groundbreaking 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.
Introduction to the Tùsaire Collection
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.
PGI’s CEO on the Vision for 3D-Printed Platinum
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.”
Potential Unlocked by 3D-Printed Platinum Jewellery
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.”
Redefining Platinum’s Role in Luxury
“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..
Designer Insights on Platinum and 3D Printing
“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 Ms. Gillies about her experience designing and developing the 3D-printed jewellery.
ProGold’s Role in Direct Metal Printing
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.
Platinum’s Attributes in Metal Printing
“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.”
New Frontiers for Platinum Jewellery
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.
Embracing Technology and Craft
“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.
About Platinum Guild International
Platinum Guild International (PGI) is a worldwide marketing organisation dedicated to creating, expanding and strengthening consumer and trade markets for platinum jewellery. PGI has offices in the world’s major jewellery markets. Through various programmes in collaboration with jewellery retailers and manufacturers, PGI creates consumer ounce demand by identifying and fulfilling platinum jewellery opportunities for its partners.
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