Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling, and a 1950’s Ring
Turn back the clock… let’s go back to the ’50’s. Elvis was on the radio, gas was .18 cents a gallon, and no one had ever heard of cell phones. A new house cost about $8500 and a new car was just $1500. Families were moving out of the city and into the suburbs. There was a 12″ black & white TV in every living room, a Diners Club card in every wallet, and milk was delivered to your doorstep. It sounds… dreamy.
Call me old-fashioned or maybe even crazy, but it seems like a little piece of heaven. Homemaking was a career in and of itself. Children were delivered to school – on foot as most families only had one car if at all. Then it was on to food shopping (done daily as everything was fresh) – women visited the butcher, the grocer, and the green grocer. Then laundry, cleaning, sewing and knitting – just to name a few! These women took great pride in their home and families. Many times I have lamented the fact that I was born in the wrong decade.
I can see myself in a classic floral print shirtwaist dress (with an apron over top), sensible flats, and this ring on my left hand. The wider width and larger diamond center have the appeal of a two piece bridal set wrapped up in the simplicity of a single ring. The style of this piece gives a nod to Art Deco style with a decidedly modern twist. The center boasts a bright .33 carat round brilliant diamond. An alternating pattern of leaves and diagonal strips create a lacy pierced design. Twelve more round diamonds are sprinkled throughout this Mid-Century Modern gem – adding an additional .30 carats to this beauty.
I am a smitten kitten, no doubt. There are so many possibilities… wear it as an engagement ring or a wedding band. It makes an ideal anniversary band or even a right-hand ring. Add it to your favorite stack or wear it alone for effortless appeal.
Here’s the BEST part… it won’t break the bank! Originally priced at $1,650 – this ring has been price reduced for a quick sale. It’s available now for just $980! Yep – you read that right… .63 carats of vintage bling for less than a thousand dollars. Make it yours today. **Update** This ring has sold.
“You can go to a museum and look or come to Joden and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
