In January 2026, at the Vicenzaoro International Jewelry Fair in Italy and the concurrent T.Gold technology exhibition, two prominent brands, Legor and Progold, placed 3D printing technology at the core of their showcases, revealing innovative directions for the future of jewelry manufacturing.
Legor: The Integrator of Materials Science and 3D Printing
At T.Gold, Legor demonstrated its consolidated strength as a "strategic innovation partner." Its booth highlighted a complete solution integrating advanced metallurgy, eco-friendly plating processes, and direct metal 3D printing. Through live demonstrations of metal additive manufacturing applications, Legor proved that this technology can significantly reduce material waste, shorten production cycles, and unlock unprecedented possibilities for complex shapes in jewelry design, achieving a true marriage of precision engineering and creative freedom.
Progold: A Practical Platform for Nurturing Future Designers
Simultaneously, Progold successfully hosted the 10th Progol3D International Jewelry Design Competition. Themed "Free Volume" and organized in partnership with renowned jewelry brand Pomellato, the contest attracted 165 students from 14 international design schools. Participants reimagined earring designs using 18K rose gold, platinum, and titanium, fabricated through 3D printing technology. Three winning pieces were selected, establishing the competition as a benchmark for exploring design methodologies in precious metal additive manufacturing.
The CEO of Progold pointed out that the core of this competition lies in bringing together talent, technology, and an experimental spirit, empowering young designers to freely explore the potential of additive manufacturing and turn previously impossible creative ideas into reality.
These two events together reveal a clear trend: 3D printing is no longer just a prototyping tool. It is deeply integrating with material innovation and sustainable production, driving comprehensive transformation across the entire chain of the high-end jewelry industry, from design to manufacturing. Here, where technology and art converge, the future form of jewelry is being reshaped.
