Joe’s Special Box – Volume 122-A

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

If you’re a March baby, you probably think of aquamarine as your birthstone…  and it is.  But did you know that there’s a dark and brooding alternative to the clear blue tones of the aqua?  It’s called bloodstone and it just might be the gemstone you never knew you needed!  

The most famous of the jasper family, legend claims that bloodstone was formed at the crucifixion of Jesus.  When the blood from his wounds fell on the green ground, it turned to stone.  With accolades like this, it’s no surprise that the mottled gem is often thought to offer courage to those who give of themselves to others.  

This classic Victorian ring is made from 10 karat yellow gold and features a round flat slice of bloodstone in the center.  Bezel set within ornate scrolled patterns, this symbolic gem offers quite an array of bright red spots on the deep green background.  The carved designs are etched deep into the gold and remain crisp even after more than 150 years.  

Crafted in the 1890’s, this ring is gender neutral and equally suited to any hand.  For me, it’s perfect on my index or middle finger…  however, you might like it on a ring or pinky finger.  Originally found in Joe’s Special Box, this ring is now available on our site for just $450.00.  Make it yours today.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

The Easter Egg

 Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Resurrected Things

This week, Holy Week, children all around the world will be decorating eggs.  These eggs will be dyed and painted.  Some will have names and pictures drawn with crayon while others will have a brightly colored array of stickers on them.  Little boys and girls will carefully tuck them into baskets filled with grass; anxiously awaiting that special someone…  Jesus.  

But Easter eggs aren’t just for coloring and eating.  This age old symbol of new life and rebirth has been used to celebrate this joyous holiday for hundreds of years.  The hard shell is thought to represent the sealed tomb where the body of Jesus was laid after the crucifixion.  The breaking of that shell symbolizes the opening of the tomb and the resurrection of Christ.  

I couldn’t think of a more appropriate piece to share with you today than this sweet little glass egg.  This incredibly rare piece is a favorite of Joe’s.  When I asked him about it, he said it’s the only one he ever saw.  He feels it’s probably French and dates back to the Art Nouveau period.  The outer shell separates into two halves, a base and a lid.  The surface is etched with a leaf-like pattern.  When the lid is lifted, this amber colored center is revealed.  

It’s a ring!  A lovely golden colored glass ring!  It features a high rounded top with a pattern of white enameled flowered cut into the surface.  These five-petaled blossoms encircle the top, with their stems vining down the shoulders.  It’s absolutely enchanting.  This diminutive beauty is a size 5.25 and much like Cinderella’s slipper, it must be a perfect fit – available now for $680.00.  

Jesus said to her “I am the resurrection and the life.  He who believes in me will live, even though he dies;

and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.  Do you believe this?”  -John 11:25  

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Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 93

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them and the glory of the Lord shone round ’bout them; and they were sore afraid.  And the angel said to them, “Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people.  For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a savior which is Christ the Lord.”   Luke 2:9-11

Red and green have long been the colors that represent the Christmas holiday.  These two colors are not just candy cane stripes or pretty ribbons tied around a gift.  Red represents the blood shed by Jesus during the crucifixion while green illustrates the eternal life offered by Jesus.  Perhaps this ring from Joe’s Special Box can serve as a reminder of those things.

Made entirely of a rich 18 karat yellow gold, this gem centers on a fine marquise cut emerald weighing .45 carat.  Atop the center section is a trio of vivid red cabochon rubies that have a combined weight of .94 carat and finally there are five rose cut diamonds that perfectly frame the bottom curve of the ring.  I love the elongated shape of the ring, it sits beautifully on any finger.  

Every part of this ring sings in perfect harmony.  Make it yours for just $1,350.00.

Wishing you a very merry Christmas!

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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