Michael Bondanza

How long has your company been in business? Started in 1974 as a hobby. And how did it start? As a hobby making pieces for friends What is the reason that you use high purity Platinum in your designs? It's the finest metal for making high jewelry. The working characteristics Require a higher level of training, but the results are always enduring. What is your inspiration for new designs and who is responsible for them? No one inspiration as I believe it to be an on going process of design.

How many different designs does your line feature?

Countless hundreds!

Aside from your great reputation in the industry, are there any awards, honors or accolades have been bestowed on you or your company?

Triple Zero Award 2006 form the American Gem Society
First Platinum Celebration
Diamonds Today Award multi times
Town & Country Award 5 times
House Beautiful the Art of Jewelry Award
Contemporary Design Group MVP Designer
Founding Member AJDC
International Jewelry Design Council Member
Platinum Celebration International Jewelry Design Competition
World Gold Design Award multi times
Spectrum Award

Has anyone famous ever worn a platinum engagement ring or wedding band from your company?

Numerous celebs however we are asked not to mention names

What is the greatest platinum proposal story with your engagement rings you've ever heard?

A week long of cards & hearts. Heart boxes, heart in a newspaper listing. Some had candy in it...then 1 had the ring. Of course it was the one given at the end of the week.

What is your goal for the next year?

To create an even more important & cohesive collection of platinum wedding bands & engagement rings.

Who are some of the US retailers that carry your collections?

Lux Bond & Green
Shreve Crump & Low
Tiny Jewel Box
Tivol
Turgeon  Raine
Carl Greve
Diamond Cellar
Old Gold