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Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025 Winners

Award giving  /  12 May 2025
Published: 12.05.2025
Brooch: The flaw that wows by Konstanze Prechtl.Stainless steel, sterling silver, artificial pearl. 2024.15 x 7 x 0.8 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceGrand Prix of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Konstanze Prechtl
Brooch: The flaw that wows, 2024
Stainless steel, sterling silver, artificial pearl
15 x 7 x 0.8 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Grand Prix of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Intro
During the gala of the Legnica Jewellery Festival SILVER 2025, the results of the 33rd International Jewellery Competition were announced. Recognized as one of the most important events dedicated to contemporary art jewellery in Europe, this year’s edition attracted 268 artists from 42 countries. A total of 44 works from 22 countries were selected for the final exhibition.
The Grand Prix of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage was awarded to Konstanze Prechtl from Austria for her formally precise and conceptually subversive work that explored the notion of “flaw” as an aesthetic asset.
The Second Prize went to Antal Zilahi from Hungary for a poetic, mirror-based brooch. The Third Prize was awarded to Into Niilo from Belgium for a bold, concept-driven necklace with a hidden message.

The total prize pool amounted to nearly PLN 120,000, including 5 kilograms of silver granules sponsored by KGHM Polska Miedź S.A. (Copper Mining Company). Partners and award sponsors included Inhorgenta (Munich), Cluster Craft (London), YES Gallery, MYDAYBYDAY (Rome), Hopea, and the International Amber Association (Gdańsk, Poland), among others.

The competition exhibition is on view at the Gallery of Art in Legnica until July 20, 2025, as the central event of the Legnica Jewellery Festival SILVER – one of Europe’s longest-running and most prestigious platforms for contemporary art jewellery.

Full list of the winners:​
- Konstanze Prechtl, Austria. Grand Prix of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
- Antal Zilahi, Hungary. II Award of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
- Into Niilo, Belgium. III Award of the Marshal of the lower - silesian voivodeship.
- Sergiusz Kuchczyński, Poland. Silver Spur: The Organizers' special award for creative courage, uncompromising attitude, innovation, or sense of humor. Award of the yes gallery.
- Michael Berger, Germany. Award of the Gallery of Art in Legnica. International Amber Association Award.
- Elsa de Graef,  Belgium. Honourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica.
- Donald Friedlich, The United States. Honourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica. International Amber Association Award.
- Maja Houtman, The Netherlands. Inhorgenta Munich Award.
- Fanni Nagy, Hungary. Cluster craft fair Award. Award of the Mydaybyday Gallery.
- Michalina Owczarek-Siwak, Poland. Award of the YES Gallery.
- Luca Sonnentag, Germany. Hopea Company Award.
- Klara Valuškova, Slovakia. Award of the lost in Jewellery Magazine. International Amber Association Award.
- Elvira Cibotti - Argentina. International Amber Association Award.
 
Brooch: Mirror Error - points in the green by Antal Zilahi.Hand-polished glass, handmade mirror, 3D printed PLA, stainless steel. 2025.10.3 x 5.3 x 0.7 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique piece II Award of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage 2025 at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Antal Zilahi
Brooch: Mirror Error - points in the green, 2025
Hand-polished glass, handmade mirror, 3D printed PLA, stainless steel
10.3 x 5.3 x 0.7 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
 II Award of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage 2025 at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Necklace: I have nothing to hide by Into Niilo.Sterling silver, white rhodium, synthetic quartz (23p 479ct), UV nail polish, resin. 2023.22 x 22 x 2 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceIII Award of the Marshal of the lower - silesian voivodeship 2025 at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Into Niilo
Necklace: I have nothing to hide, 2023
Sterling silver, white rhodium, synthetic quartz (23p 479ct), UV nail polish, resin
22 x 22 x 2 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
III Award of the Marshal of the lower - silesian voivodeship 2025 at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Brooch: Lust I, II, III by Sergiusz Kuchczynski.Plastic, silver-plated brass, silver. 2025.12 x 6 cm; 26 x 5 cm; 35 x 5 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025.Awarded at: Yes Gallery Award at Legnica Competition 2025Unique pieceSilver Spur: The Organizers' special award for creative courage, uncompromising attitude, innovation, or sense of humor at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Sergiusz Kuchczynski
Brooch: Lust I, II, III, 2025
Plastic, silver-plated brass, silver
12 x 6 cm; 26 x 5 cm; 35 x 5 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Awarded at: Yes Gallery Award at Legnica Competition 2025
Silver Spur: The Organizers' special award for creative courage, uncompromising attitude, innovation, or sense of humor at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Ring: RK LEG-25 by Michael Berger.Stainless steel, dichroic glass. 2025.4 x 4 x 4.6 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceAward of the Gallery of Art in Legnica. International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Michael Berger
Ring: RK LEG-25, 2025
Stainless steel, dichroic glass
4 x 4 x 4.6 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Award of the Gallery of Art in Legnica. International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Brooch: Lumina by Donald Friedlich.Glass coated with quartz and metallic oxides, borosilicate glass, neodymnium magnets. 2023.6.3 x 5.8 x 1 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceHonourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica & International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Donald Friedlich
Brooch: Lumina, 2023
Glass coated with quartz and metallic oxides, borosilicate glass, neodymnium magnets
6.3 x 5.8 x 1 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Honourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica & International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Necklace: Eclipse by Elsa de Graef.Titanium, paper crystal, adhesive double face, steel, magnet. 2025.11.5 x 2.8 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceHonourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Elsa de Graef
Necklace: Eclipse, 2025
Titanium, paper crystal, adhesive double face, steel, magnet
11.5 x 2.8 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Honourable Mention of the Director of the Gallery of Art in Legnica at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Bracelet: Shiny by Maja Houtman.Silver. 2024.9 x 9 x 2.1 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceInhorgenta Munich Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Maja Houtman
Bracelet: Shiny, 2024
Silver
9 x 9 x 2.1 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Inhorgenta Munich Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Brooch: No title by Fanni Nagy.Magnesium sulphate, dried eucalyptus, cotton linen, brass, dye, stainless steel. 2024.11.6 x 5.5 x 2.1 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceCluster Craft Fair Award. Award of the Mydaybyday Gallery at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Fanni Nagy
Brooch: No title, 2024
Magnesium sulphate, dried eucalyptus, cotton linen, brass, dye, stainless steel
11.6 x 5.5 x 2.1 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Cluster Craft Fair Award. Award of the Mydaybyday Gallery at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Pendant: VIVI by Michalina Owczarek-Siwak.Synthetic material, white brass, control module, batteries. 2025.7.5 x 5.5 x 3 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceAward of the YES Gallery at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Michalina Owczarek-Siwak
Pendant: VIVI, 2025
Synthetic material, white brass, control module, batteries
7.5 x 5.5 x 3 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Award of the YES Gallery at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Necklace: The silent summer by Luca Sonnentag.Silver 935, enamel, graphite. 2025.33.5 x 3.1 x 0.5 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceAt Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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. The Silent Summer by Luca Sonnentag has received the HOPEA COMPANY AWARD in the 33rd International Jewellery Competition, WOW Effect 2025. The choker features 14 extinct beetle species. Each is scientifically identifiable and inscribed with the year of its last recorded sighting.
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. ADORNING WHAT NO LONGER BREATHES
. Every beetle is meticulously hand-drawn with graphite on enamel and kiln-fired at 800 °C.
. The base structure was assembled from 92 hand-fabricated silver elements with 104 soldering points
. The piece reflects on the ongoing sixth mass extinction in Earth's history. It emphasizes the crucial role insects play as the foundation of all ecosystems.
. When they disappear, an irreversible chain reaction begins-ultimately silencing the world around us.
. A double horizontal clasp, seamlessly integrated into the 15th oval element, secures the choker.
. Its polished finish serves as a mirror, urging self-reflection in those accountable.. Luca Sonnentag
Necklace: The silent summer, 2025
Silver 935, enamel, graphite
33.5 x 3.1 x 0.5 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025

The Silent Summer by Luca Sonnentag has received the HOPEA COMPANY AWARD in the 33rd International Jewellery Competition, WOW Effect 2025. The choker features 14 extinct beetle species. Each is scientifically identifiable and inscribed with the year of its last recorded sighting.

ADORNING WHAT NO LONGER BREATHES
Every beetle is meticulously hand-drawn with graphite on enamel and kiln-fired at 800 °C.
The base structure was assembled from 92 hand-fabricated silver elements with 104 soldering points
The piece reflects on the ongoing sixth mass extinction in Earth's history. It emphasizes the crucial role insects play as the foundation of all ecosystems.
When they disappear, an irreversible chain reaction begins-ultimately silencing the world around us.
A double horizontal clasp, seamlessly integrated into the 15th oval element, secures the choker.
Its polished finish serves as a mirror, urging self-reflection in those accountable.

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Ring: Interaction of light by Klara Valuskova.Stainless steel, porcelain, acryl, laser cutting, grinding, soldering. 2024.11.5 x 8 x 8.5 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceAward of the lost in Jewellery Magazine. International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Klara Valuskova
Ring: Interaction of light, 2024
Stainless steel, porcelain, acryl, laser cutting, grinding, soldering
11.5 x 8 x 8.5 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
Award of the lost in Jewellery Magazine. International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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Necklace: Don’t label me by Elvira Cibotti.Upcycle paper, recycled silver, thread, onyx, hand modelled, polished and textured recycled paper, stone threading. 2024.6.7 x 14 cm; 1 x 2.1 cm.Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025Unique pieceNecklace/Object and ring.International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025. Elvira Cibotti
Necklace: Don’t label me, 2024
Upcycle paper, recycled silver, thread, onyx, hand modelled, polished and textured recycled paper, stone threading
6.7 x 14 cm; 1 x 2.1 cm
Awarded at: Legnica International Jewellery Competition 2025
International Amber Association Award at Legnica International Jewellery Festival Silver 2025
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