And Another One

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Sweetest Ring

Just last week, I was lamenting about the seemingly endless array of platinum diamond rings.  I may have mentioned that it becomes increasingly more challenging to be inspired to write about them even though our followers go crazy over each and every one.  

It takes something special to wow me.  There has to be a unique quality or an unusual design element that catches my eye.  This week’s piece caught my eye for two reasons…

  • First, it’s the overall size of the ring.  Not the finger size (it measures a size 6.75) but the petite profile of this platinum beauty.  Some are drawn to large diamonds…  the bigger, the better.  I happen to be a sucker for tiny treasures like this one.  Centering on an Old European cut diamond center that weighs just .17 carat, this ring is too sweet.  There are an additional four single-cut diamonds that have a combined weight of .05 carat.  So…  the final diamond weight of the entire ring is less than a quarter carat.  ♥
  • And second, I am completely blown away by the condition of the ring.  It truly looks as though it has never been worn.  Every prong is intact, each tiny milgrain bead is precise and crisp.  The platinum shank has not narrowed over time, but rather appears to be brand new.  

Priced at just $925, this ring is a real find.  The ring itself is Mid Century Modern, made in the 1950’s while the diamond is a bit older.  Most Old European Cut stones were cut between 1890-1930.  It makes me wonder how these two came to be one.  It could have been a remount situation.  Or perhaps it’s simply a happy accident.  No matter how it happened, I for one am glad that it did!  

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

This or That – Volume Three

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Two Little Rings

There is no more perfect gift than jewelry.  From silver hoops to diamond rings, pretty little baubles bring ear to ear smiles – sometimes even tears.  Jewelry is personal…  it takes time and consideration to select just the right piece.  It’s an absolute pleasure to play a small part in each one of these experiences.  

In recent years, we have noticed a strong trend in the market…  guests are shopping for themselves.  Women are buying earrings, necklaces and right-hand rings.  Our customers avidly check our website for new arrivals.  They send us messages on Instagram and Facebook, asking questions about each treasure we post.  Ladies come in often to see our latest finds and conversions.  Jewelry has become a gift that you give yourself.  

In the jewelry world, we always say that we sell what we love.  Dana and I have proven that to be true time and again.  We are constantly on the lookout for our next obsession.  For the last couple of weeks, this sweet Mid Century Modern ring has been talking to me.  When I brought it to Dana to photograph, she mentioned that she had been drawn to it as well.  We have a winner!  Made in the 1950’s from 14 karat white gold, it combines bold swirls with tiny beaded trim and the smallest hint of sparkle.  I love the east/west orientation of the oval shape, it adds a contemporary spin.  Priced at just $250.00, it offers a big look for smaller budgets.  

This ring, also made in the 1950’s, is every bit as appealing as the first one.  Even though it’s vintage, it’s new to us.  It, too, rocks that east/west vibe.  I love the three diagonal diamond rows that form the top of the band.  Set with a series of sixteen single-cut diamonds, this ring has .30 carat of bling.  My favorite detail are those two tiny triangular windows…  they open up the design, allowing  just a peep of skin to show through.  This 14 karat white gold gem is available now for just $675.00.

These Mid Century beauties are just SO good.  If you’ve never purchased a piece of jewelry for yourself, these are two prime candidates.  I know which one my favorite is…  but tell me which would you buy for yourself?  Are you crazy over this budget-friendly charmer for only $250 or would you prefer that diamond dazzler for $675?  This or that?

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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