True Blue

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and a Sapphire Ring

With the end of August on the horizon, I’ve got a case of the blues.  Sapphire blues…  it’s the birthstone for September.  It also happens to be my favorite colored stone – and this ring is no exception.  A platinum mounting and nearly a carat of diamonds are the perfect setting for this stunning blue gem.  The depth of color in this sapphire is unbelievable…

Just look at that blazing blue bauble!  It’s flanked by a matched pair of emerald cut diamonds, giving the piece a three-stone look at first glance…  closer inspection will reveal four tapered baguette diamonds nestled into the shoulders of the ring.  

Another turn of this beauty unveils the delicate edge detail…

Can you see the tiny round diamonds set into every nook and cranny of those sleek platinum edges?  It dazzles from every angle – and it’s designed for daily wear.  When you have a ring like this, you want to wear it all the time!  Sapphire is almost as hard as a diamond, and platinum is the most durable of the precious metals.  Check it out on our site now, then some to Joden and try it for yourself.  I can promise that you’ll have a case of the blues…  just like me.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco and Carrie Martin

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 24

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

Lately, I’ve really been feeling yellow gold.  It’s classic.  Timeless.  Much like this little Victorian ring that I found in Joe’s Special Box yesterday morning.  Even though this beauty was made over 150 years ago, the clean lines are still on trend with today’s style…  and who can resist a killer Old Mine Cut diamond?  Weighing just over .60 carats, this cushion-shaped diamond sparkles from every angle.  It’s held in place by eight golden prongs and sits exquisitely between a pair of millegrained bars.  The unique geometric pattern engraved into the wide band completes the look of this one-of-a-kind solitaire ring.  

Look how tiny it is!  I have fairly small fingers (ring finger size 4.5) – so you can see how little this 19th century diamond ring really is…  just under a size 3.  Perfectly petite in every way.  Luckily, our expert craftsman can size it to fit nearly anyone’s hand.  Priced ring at just $1800 – this antique ring is available now.  Make sure you mention that it can be found in Joe’s Special Box.  

“You can go to a museum and look, or come to Joden and touch.”

By Carrie Martin

Conversion Crazed

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and a Bow Fling

Recently, I introduced you to the idea of converting your unworn jewelry into something fabulous…  something you’ll find yourself reaching for time after time.  One of my favorite examples of up-cycling jewels and gems is this bow pin necklace –

Once it was a little brooch, laying in a box…  not being worn.  Just look at it now!  Who wouldn’t want to own this?  At Joden, we have an entire collection of conversion jewelry – and it’s been flying out the door.

So…  when I stumbled across this little beauty, you can imagine my thoughts!  First – just look at details –

It’s a daisy petal pattern!  And we all know how I feel about daisies.  Love love love!  Just look at those diamond encrusted petals.  Each element is incredible – and it’s entirely constructed from platinum.  Set into that stunning filigree are 98 diamonds with a combined weight of 1.75 carats.  Beaded millegrain lines and soft scalloped edges complete the look.  Those Edwardians sure knew how to do things right. 

As soon as I saw this piece, I asked Joe about it.  He and I had the same idea – it has to be a necklace.  Made in a bow-tie style shape, it will be adorable nestled into the hollow at the base of the throat.  And so…  this brooch is hanging out in our state of the art shop, accompanied by a little platinum chain.  Our expert craftsman will breathe new life into it…  stay tuned for the grand unveiling!

“You can go to a museum and look, or come to Joden and touch.”

Writing & Photos by Carrie Martin

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