Bob Shinsky: Tampa Bay's Award Winning Jewelry Designer

Robert Shinsky of Les Olson Jewelers in Palm Harbor, FL, was recently honored by an esteemed panel of judges when one of his original designs was selected as a winner in a jewelry design contest held at the semi-annual conference of the Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO) in Dallas, TX.



 “This really is very special to me,” Shinsky said, “as all those who voted were accomplished designers. I feel very honored to have had my design chosen from among so many outstanding pieces.”

 
The winning piece, which took second place honors in the pendant category, was an 18-karat Royal yellow gold pendant with a 4.95ct tear drop shaped genuine Brazilian Green Tourmaline, with a .36cttw diamond halo, set on an 18-karat Royal yellow gold chain. According to the IJO contest coordinator Magdalena Golebiowska, “There were about 3 dozen spectacular pieces submitted in this contest, and all were worthy of honors. The fact that Robert was recognized just confirms his unique ability.”

 


Les Olson Jewelers is the exclusive IJO member in the Palm Harbor area, and while in Dallas Shinsky had the opportunity to see the very latest in jewelry designs for the upcoming spring season. He also attended a series of educational seminars designed to allow him to provide the finest service to local customers, in addition to his exceptional talent for exquisite design.

 

Stop by Les Olson Jewelers at 1210 Nebraska Avenue to congratulate Robert personally on this extraordinary honor!