Too Suite – Volume Three

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Matching Things

One of my favorite parts of writing the blog is learning something new…  sometimes it’s like playing detective!  The first step is to check the piece from top to bottom for overall condition and quality.  While I’m doing that, occasionally I find a little clue – like a hallmark.  Today was one of those days; I found a crisp manufacturer’s mark, a block style HL.  

It’s the maker’s mark for HL Manufacturing.  This family-owned business is located just outside of Detroit in Utica, Michigan.  Marketing itself as a contemporary small city, Utica offers all of the modern conveniences all the while maintaining their small-town charm. 

It’s the perfect home for HL – where their vision has remained the same for over forty-seven years… 

“At a time when it seems as if all manufacturing was moving overseas, we kept everything right here in Michigan.  We believe “Made in USA” still means something.”

They are SO right.  With less than twenty employees, HL Manufacturing has built a reputation for design and service.  They create modern jewelry of the highest standards right here in the United States.  ♥

This three-piece suite is just that.  Made from 14-karat gold, this trio consists of a bracelet, a pair of earrings and a pendant that can also be worn as a slide.  Collectively, these pieces feature thirteen fancy-cut garnets.  Each deep red stone is rectangular in shape with a rounded top and unique faceting patterns.  Channel-set, these gems offer approximately 15.00 carats of scintillating sparkle.

Further accenting the clean lines of this modern design are sixteen round brilliant diamonds.  Ten of them are bezel set in 14-karat white gold in the bracelet while the remaining six decorate the top of each earring and the pendant.

With a total weight of approximately .62 carat, these diamonds add a perfect final flourish to this threesome.  The pendant also stars another detail that adds versatility.  The bail is broad and tall allowing it to be worn on a simple chain, an omega collar, a silk cord or even a tiny strand of pearls.  

This suite is simply too sweet, and it’s the latest addition to our estate department.  Available in our showroom for $3,250.00, it’s a luxurious way to celebrate a January birthday!

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

What’s New – Volume 8

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and The Latest Things

As 2021 is wrapping up, so many of us are looking forward to a fresh start in 2022.  New Years resolutions will be made with the best of intentions.  Perhaps this time I will truly embrace the “new year, new me” concept.  There’s something so enticing about new beginnings!

This lovely brooch represents all of those things.  Made from 14 karat yellow gold, this swallow pin is absolutely charming.  Every bit of him, from the tip of his beak to the end of his characteristic split tail is covered with dainty seed pearls.  With an array of creamy tones, each tiny pearl adds texture and dimension.  A singular ruby dots his little eye.

The swallow, a migratory bird, has long been associated with good luck.  Because they are always on the move, they also encourage us to let go of the past, putting all the negatives behind us and move forward into a new era of living in harmony with yourself and others.

Viewed from behind, the smooth shiny gold surface reveals two hallmarks.  One is the 14 karat gold mark, while the other is a manufacture’s mark.  It is the mark of the Newark, NJ firm called Riker Brothers.  An American maker, this family-owned and operated firm was one of the few to showcase the skills of American jewelry manufacturers.  

A recent addition to our antique and estate department, this sweet swallow is available for just $575.00.  The small size makes it so wearable and versatile… the ideal piece to usher in 2022.  Wear this beauty when the ball drops on December 31st and kick the year off in style.  

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 110

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

Made in America.  Now more than ever, those words mean something.  Quality products manufactured right here, in cities and towns all across our great country.  This week, I am so excited to share a dynamic duo with you.  A pair of Art Deco stunners…  most likely made right here in the United States in the 1920’s.  Both pieces are classic examples of what is perhaps the most iconic period in jewelry history.  With typical trademark details including pierced filigree design, milgrain edges, and hand-engraved patterns – these rings are American beauties.

Both are platinum, and both of them feature exactly thirteen diamonds.  The all diamond one on the left has .75 carat of goods – it is perfect for a bit of right hand bling.  Trios of sculpted swirl-shaped openings decorate both the top, bottom and sides of this gem.  It’s priced to sell at just $2,250.00.  The second piece is a showstopper, no doubt.  With .85 carat of diamonds, it sparkles from every angle.  The center section of this ring has a marquise shape – it’s outlined in a series of rectangular fancy cut natural emeralds.  Not only is this ring American – we think it was made in New York City between 1925-1927!  Make it yours for $4400.00.

If you’re looking for an exemplary piece of American history that you can really enjoy…  look no further.  

Call us at 800-747-7552 to purchase today.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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