Welcome To The Jungle

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Wild Things

It is impossible to write the words, “Welcome to the Jungle” without hearing Axl Rose screaming in my head. Flashback to 1993, twelve rows back from center stage, drooling over Guns & Roses performing live.  Those were the days.  Now, my wildest nights include an extra cheese pizza and staying up past ten o’clock!

Speaking of wild, check out these charming little guys…

 

 

How fun is this animal themed bracelet?  Each one is sculpted from 14 karat yellow gold.  The details are amazing – textured fur and wrinkles in the skin.  The rhinoceros is complete with his double horn, and hulking shape.  The lion, king of the jungle, appears to be on the prowl with his mane blowing back from his face.  I am in love with the vigilant stance of the gorilla!  And that elephant, with his truck up (for good luck, of course) and knee cleverly bent…  he is a gentle giant to be sure.  Finally, the zebra with his beautifully striped coat and tufted mane is so lifelike.  All five are equally spaced on a seven inch bracelet using barrel like flat beads.  

It pairs perfectly with these 14 karat yellow gold hoop earrings with elephant dangles.  The size is ideal, clearing the earlobe with a bit of movement that makes them extra playful.  Bring something wild and untamed to your daily look with this dynamic duo.  The bracelet is priced at just $790 and the earrings are available for only $300.  Give us a call or stop by our showroom to make them yours.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 74

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

From 1890-1910, the world of jewelry underwent a huge transformation.  Splashy diamond pieces were left by the wayside in favor of a stylistic revolution inspired by nature, sinuous curving lines, lush organics and the female form.  Artisans sought to showcase their technical talents and craftsmanship with completely handmade miniature works of art. 

Subtle beauty was created using multi-color enamel.  Layers of color blended together to bring flowers and leaves to life.  This stunning pendant is an excellent example of Art Nouveau style.  The base of the piece was crafted utilizing a series of interlocking vines, two iridescent natural pearls have been added to form the flower blossoms.  Each of the nine leaves have been enhanced with a pastel palette of pink, green, and yellow tones.  In pristine condition, this gem is part of Joe’s private collection and resides in his special box.  Moderately priced at $3,200, it’s available now.  

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 73

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

$4400…  that’s just $100 a year for every year that I’ve been alive.  I think I’m worth it, right?  This ring from Joe’s Special Box has me feeling some kinda way, if you know what I mean.  It’s so unique.  Unusual.  Different.  And isn’t that what jewelry is all about?  I don’t know about you, but I don’t want what everyone else has.  Why settle for ordinary when you could have extraordinary?

It reminds me of a flower…  a diamond daisy.  Sixteen platinum petals fan out from the center, each one is carefully set with either two or three Old Mine Cut diamonds.  These thirty-eight stones have a combined total weight of approximately 1.00 carat.  Nestled into the heart of the ring is one round brilliant diamond that weighs about .80 carat.  This modern beauty is the perfect addition to the ring…  but I don’t think it’s the original center stone.  Small clues, like the cut of the stone and the way it’s been fitted to the ring lead me to believe that it was added later.  Perhaps it was a remount, a re-fashion, or a conversion piece.  In any case, someone took a vintage ring and made it their own.  And now it’s ours.  Perhaps soon it will belong to one of you.  ♥

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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