The influence of jewelry design on local economic development in Pomerania

Abstract

There are a lot of jewellers producing amber jewelry in Pomerania. Amber jewelry is an outstanding product of the region, very popular with foreign clients and famous for its high quality and uniqueness. Locally manufactured jewelry has original design. These factors make the amber jewelry industry develop dynamically in the region. A lot of new jewelry producers have emerged, supported by their business and institutional environment. Amber fairs are organized in Gdansk twice a year. Amberif is the event which attracts hundreds of exhibitors from many countries and thousands of visitors. The article presents the influence of jewelry industry on the economic development of the region. The identification of multiplier effects which affect an exemplary jewelry manufacturer proves that the jewelry industry plays an important role in the development of economy in Pomerania.