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New York, NY--High jewelry designer, Ana Khouri, will be the recipient of the 2026 GEM Award for High Jewelry Excellence. The award will be presented at the 24th annual GEM Awards on March 13, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.

The GEM Awards honors the outstanding achievements of individuals or companies whose work raises the visibility and status of fine jewelry and watches.

The GEM Award for High Jewelry Excellence is awarded to a brand for excellence in high jewelry design. The award is given to a company for a collection or series of collections that increase consumer demand for high jewelry.

“Through a sculptural approach rooted in fine art, Ana Khouri has established a distinct and influential voice within high jewelry, defined by exceptional craftsmanship and ethical materials. Ana Khouri’s work continues to elevate the category, offering designs that resonate deeply with collectors while expanding the boundaries of what high jewelry can be,” said Amanda Gizzi, Jewelers of America’s senior vice president of Corporate Affairs.

Founded by artist and jeweler, Ana Khouri, the Ana Khouri brand is grounded in a sculptural fine-arts practice that has informed its jewelry since 2002. The house opened its New York salon in 2013 and has since presented high jewelry through major solo exhibitions at Phillips, Sotheby’s, and Christie’s, as well as at TEFAF New York. One-of-a-kind pieces are shown exclusively at the New York salon, while numbered limited editions are presented at The Row worldwide. All jewelry is crafted using 18K Fairmined gold, platinum and ethically and responsibly sourced gemstones.

In addition to the GEM Award for High Jewelry Excellence, GEM Awards will also be given in the categories of Lifetime Achievement, Jewelry Design, Media Excellence and Retail Innovation.

The GEM Awards is hosted by Jewelers of America. The winners are chosen by the GEM Awards Committee.