My Bench: Andy McGee Posted August 03, 2021 |
Andy McGee
Age: 48
Training: 7-year apprenticeship to obtain New Zealand Technical Certificate in Metalsmithing and Jewellery
First job: After-school engraver at Skelts Jewellers in Invercargill, New Zealand in 1987
Other qualifications: De Beers diamond qualifications, and 34 years of on-the-job training!
SIGNATURE PIECE:
STOCK PIECE
I made this piece 15 years ago and it is one of my absolute favourites. It is entirely handmade using 18-carat white and yellow gold, platinum and titanium, and set with diamonds and Australian South Sea pearls. It is named ‘Lugger’ after the sailing vessel you can see in the design.
Favourite gemstone: