Press Releases

CPAA Announces U.S. Winners of 2021 International Pearl Design Competition

The Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) has announced the U.S. winners of its 12th Annual International Pearl Design Competition (IPDC).

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CPAA Announces U.S. Finalists in 12th Annual International Pearl Design Competition

New York City. Nov. 22, 2021. The Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) announces the finalists in the U.S. division of the 12th Annual International Pearl Design Competition (IPDC). 

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Jennifer Heebner

Extension Granted to 12th Annual International Pearl Design Competition

New York, NY – Oct. 29, 2021. The Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) has granted an extension for entries to its 12th Annual International Pearl Design Competition (IPDC). The new deadline for contest entries is Friday, Nov. 12, 2021. 

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The Suzanne Kalan x CPAA Tahitian Pearl Capsule Collection

New York, NY – Aug. 24, 2021. The Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) and renowned jewelry designer Suzanne Kalandjian of Suzanne Kalan Jewelry have teamed up to debut a Tahitian Pearl capsule collection, Suzanne Kalan x CPAA Tahitian Pearls.

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