AJA Design Competition 2026–2027

The Armenian Jewellers Association (AJA) invites Armenian jewellery designers and emerging talents worldwide to participate in the fourth edition of the AJA Design Competition.

The competition celebrates Armenian jewellery design, supports Armenian talent, and creates opportunities to present Armenian creativity and craftsmanship on the international stage.

Five winners will have their two designs showcased at GemGenève, the International Gem & Jewellery Show, in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 11–14, 2027.

Participants must submit two original designs, with a separate application for each design.

Application fee: USD 100 per design

Application deadline: December 7, 2026

Judging period: December 14–20, 2026

Winners announced: January 15, 2027

Previous participants who were not selected as winners are welcome to apply again with new designs.

Five winners will be selected, and each winner’s two designs will be showcased at GemGenève, the International Gem & Jewellery Show, in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 11–14, 2027.

All five winners are required to complete their winning designs and attend GemGenève in person.

AJA is grateful to GemGenève for its continued support and partnership in creating opportunities to showcase Armenian jewellery talent internationally.

In addition to the five winners, AJA will present one Special Recognition Award to an outstanding participant. The award includes an official certificate and a feature on AJA’s social media channels and website.

Before applying, participants should review the official Terms & Conditions for full eligibility requirements, competition rules, and application details.