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Pick of the Week – Volume 92

November 10, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Discounted Things

The holiday season is upon us; many begin their own Christmas celebrations on the 1st of November. The festivities are sure to include parties and gift-giving. Today’s Pick of the Week would be ideal for either or both of those two things.

Made of 18-karat white gold, measuring more than three inches in length and extending nearly to the shoulder – these are true statement earrings. They’re ostentatious, outrageous and audacious. Many would not dare wear something so bold… but a select few would not only don them for every momentous occasion but also for no occasion at all. In fact, if you’re not careful, these are the very kind of earrings that can end up wearing you instead of the other way around. Confidence and a lot of swagger is required.

A kaleidoscope of pretty pastels, the earrings contain twelve pale blue aquamarines, ten soft pink morganite gems, two luscious South Sea pearls and two-hundred-forty round brilliant diamonds. Set in pavè fashion, these sparklers offer 7.83 carats of twinkling brilliance. These show-stoppers were listed on our site for a cool $15K. Today, we’re offering them at a special holiday price of $11,800.00. If the only thing that outshines these earrings is a healthy ego – hop over to our site and 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

Birthstone Bauble

November 7, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Interesting Things

People are a little bit quirky about birthstones. Some people like them; some don’t. Adding to the mystique surrounding them are many superstitions associated with the sparkling beauties that mark each month. On the up side, it is believed that good luck, happiness, health and prosperity will be given to those wearing their own birthstone. On the opposite side, many believe that it is bad luck to wear a birthstone that isn’t yours. This particular omen seems to follow opal more than any other gem. Certainly, some birthstones are more popular than others. Having been a part of the jewelry industry for so long, I would say that April, May, July and September have a higher approval rating than August, November and December… until recent years. I can’t explain it, but citrine (November’s stone) has skyrocketed in favor over the past few years.

Perhaps the rise in popularity of the warm, sunny citrine is a direct correlation to our vast collection of antique and estate jewelry. A popular choice during the Victorian era, citrine was a star player in exceptional pieces like this. Simple and elegant, this late Victorian necklace is made from yellow gold and highlights a single deep gold citrine at the center.

Garlands of cable-link chain extend from the center, looping down and back up, creating a soft, feminine feel. Three individual drops descent from the center, the one in the middle longer than the other two. Each one ends in a briolette cut citrine gem. Faceted the entire way around, these stones sparkle and shine with every turn.

Adding to the ethereal appearance of this late 19th century beauty are nine creamy white seed pearls. They mark each direction of the center – north, south, east and west. They also notate the two places where the separate lengths of chain come together and the middle point of each drop. In all, this antique example is in excellent condition and would make a stellar gift for anyone… whether they were born in November or not. If you’re admiring it for yourself, it’s available for just $2,150.00.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Pick of the Week- Volume 91

November 3, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Discounted Things

As you know, this blog is a team effort… I am the words and my co-worker and dear friend, Dana, is the pictures. Even in the midst of the ChatGPT and AI era, I still write each blog myself and Dana takes each photo. Without her expertise, I could not do my job. It’s often a small detail or a particular angle that Dana captures that allows me to see something I didn’t see before; sometimes, a simple snapshot gives me fresh perspective. Today, we’re focusing on a Mid Century Modern brooch. This is the third set of pictures that Dana has taken for this particular jewel. First, she captured it’s essence for an earlier blog, Birds of a Feather. Originally penned in 2022, that blog talked about two pieces made by the legendary Raymond Yard. One of the pieces sold, but this brooch remains.

The above picture was taken as part of a series for our website where this brooch is listed. Made entirely of 14-karat yellow gold, it’s quite lovely. Called a reverse crystal (or Essex crystal), this type of jewelry is made by carving into the back of a piece of rock crystal quartz. After the image is carved, it’s painted. Finally, it is affixed to a sliver of mother-of-pearl. Once complete, it looks three-dimensional. Oak branch and leaf fauna provides a haven for this lifelike depiction of a Downy Woodpecker. Known for his small size, short bill and red patch on the back of his head, this little cutie can be found all over North America. Completing the framed piece is a sculpted oak branch with a pair of leaves and two acorns.

These final photos capture the wear-ability to perfection. Peep the fold-over bail that allows it to be worn as a pendant and the sturdy pin-stem that enables the wearer to fasten it to everything from a blouse to a wool coat. Having pieces of jewelry that can be worn multiple ways is a key element in a well-balanced wardrobe. At the bottom of the back, the “Yard” signature is in full view, adding to the value. Previously offered for $5,250.00, we are lowering the price to just $3,300.00. You need this Yard bird in your life; so, take advantage of these incredible savings today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and Discounted Things

Baubles, Bling and Interesting Things

Baubles, Bling and Discounted Things

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