What’s New – Volume 7

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and The Latest Things

Jewelry elicits strong emotional responses – visceral and usually immediate.  Many (perhaps even most) of our customers “ooh” and “aah” over diamonds, colored stones and the more traditional pieces.  There are, however, a few things that are met with a much more intense reaction.  A couple examples include mourning jewelry, natural scarabs and… hearts.  

Yes, hearts.  You either love them or you hate them.  There’s no middle of the road.  For me, after more than twenty years in the jewelry industry, it’s a “no”.  They’re overdone.  Too cliché.  Cheesy.  I have also come to accept that many people love them.  This blog is dedicated to those people.  

Recently acquired, this pendant is part of our estate collection.  And although it’s not a motif that I would choose for myself, I can certainly appreciate the fine quality of this piece.  Made entirely of a rich, buttery 18 karat yellow gold, this heart offers real style.  It’s got great curves and a really good feel.  It’s heavy… with a true sense of distinction.

The edge is thick and wide… even the back is finished to perfection with a series of curlicue cut-outs.  This solid frame is set with thirty-six large tapered baguette diamonds.  These step-cut stones have a combined weight of over 4.50 carats!  The average color grade of the diamonds is H-I and the average clarity grade is VS.   This is no ordinary diamond heart necklace that you can pick up at the mall but rather a unique piece of fine jewelry.  

While I would not buy this for myself, there’s just something about it.  I can’t seem to stop looking at it.  Someone is going to absolutely love it!  Available for the steal of a deal price of just $5,250.00 – call us to make it yours today.  1-800-747-7552.

“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 33

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

I’m not into heart shapes.  Well, maybe if it’s a cookie, but not in jewelry.  Once in a long while one of these little love tokens will catch my eye – like this diminutive beauty.  Measuring only one inch from the top of the bail to the point at the bottom, this symbol of affection is completely covered in Old Mine Cut diamonds; twenty-nine of them to be exact, with a combined weight of 1.50 carats.  

    

I adore everything about this piece…  especially that it’s not just a pendant, it’s also a pin.  Although brooches aren’t as popular as they once were, one of this size is much easier to wear…  pin it to your collar, your lapel, or even your cuff for a trendy modern feel.  Style it short like a choker or on your favorite strand of pearls for a classic look, this gem is so versatile.  

Made during the late 1800’s, this Victorian pendant is in pristine condition.  A lovely rosy patina has developed on the 18 karat yellow gold framework, adding another element of vintage appeal.  It’s as beautiful today as it was when it was made, nearly 150 years ago.  It’s no surprise that I found it in Joe’s Special Box.  Priced at $4,700.00, this pendant melts my heart.  

Photos and Writing by Carrie Martin

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