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Get In Shape

September 15, 2023October 22, 2021 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and A Navette Ring

Navette-shaped rings have been beloved since the Victorian era. The elongated marquise outline runs parallel to the finger with elegant appeal. This pointed oval complements every hand and can be worn on any finger from the pointer to the pinky.

The origin of the word navette is French and dates to the early 1900’s; it translates to “little ship”. The title is accurate as this favored style does indeed mimic the form of a small water vessel. These rings are always longer than they are wide with pointed ends and curved sides. Often, they can reach from knuckle to knuckle. This particular gem measures about an inch from top to bottom and is made from a rosy 14 karat gold.

There are twenty six Old Mine Cut diamonds that create the overall shape of the piece. Each of these sparkling beauties is held in place by claw-shaped prongs. Old Mine Cut diamonds were the most popular and common cut during the 18th and 19th centuries. This cut offers a squarish form with a small table, large culet and a high crown. Here, these twenty-six stones have a combined total weight of 1.50 carats that glitter in the light and provide a bright and stunning contrast to the deep tone of the center stone. An oval-cushion shaped natural ruby is seated center stage. Nestled among the diamonds, this gem is rich and bold. Presenting in the color of a purplish red claret, the ruby weighs approximately 1.40 carats. It fills the center of the ring to perfection.

Representing everything that a classic navette ring should be, this beauty is large and colorful with a cluster of gemstones. It’s a true statement piece that will quickly become your signature ring. With a true vintage vibe that evokes the past, this ring was made near the end of the Victorian era, Circa 1890. It’s available for just $4,850.00 – a real steal. If you’ve been wanting to get into shape – perhaps navette is the way to go.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Natural Beauty

October 15, 2021 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and A Diamond Ring

Lately, there’s a lot of buzz about lab-grown diamonds. They “look the same”, tend to be less expensive, and all the big block stores are carrying them… these are some of the arguments for purchasing a lab grown diamond. To be completely honest, my knowledge on these stones is minimal, at best.

My expertise lies in the antique and estate rings that Joden is known for. These unique beauties from the 1800-1900’s feature handcrafted details that are absolutely to-die-for. This week’s piece is the epitome of late Art Deco style.

Constructed entirely of platinum, the aspects that set this ring apart and take it to the next level include:

Hand-pierced filigree on the outer edges that incorporates a lovely swirled scroll motif
Sixteen single-cut diamonds are nestled into each curve and contour of the domed top. These diamonds, an unusual cut consisting of just seventeen facets, were prized during the Edwardian and Art Deco periods for the particular sparkle they provide.
Engraved patterns on the shoulders of the ring, another favored technique of jewelers from the early 1900’s

The most striking element of this ring is the Old Mine Cut center diamond. This shape, with softly rounded edges, resembles a modern cushion cut. Old Miners originated in the 1700’s. It was the cut of choice in the mid-1800’s and was still being utilized in the early 1900’s.

Grown beneath the dirt under millions of pounds of pressure and extreme heat, natural diamonds are like snowflakes, no two are exactly the same. Each one offers distinct details that can be mapped out for grading and identification. This diamond is accompanied by a report from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). This laboratory is the most recognized facility in the world for the grading of diamonds and colored stones. In specific, this glorious gem weighs in at exactly 1.63 carats. It hits the chart as a K color and SI2 in clarity. The report also includes a map of the diamond, pinpointing each individual mark on the stone. It’s a blueprint, highlighting the very things that identify this particular diamond.

The ring as a whole has been appraised by a second laboratory, the International Gemological Institute of America. Much like the other report, this one also contains precise particulars about the entire ring that would clearly identify it from all others. The professionals there combined the knowledge from the GIA Report with their own expertise in the retail market to assign a Replacement Value of $11,135.00 to this ring. At Joden, we are offering this one of a kind beauty for just $8,990.00 – well below the appraised value.

When you’ve finally met the one and you’re searching for the perfect ring, choose something as unique as they are.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Spot the Not

September 4, 2020 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Curious Things

Customers are always surprised to discover that synthetic gemstones have been around for quite awhile… nearly 150 years! It’s a common misconception that just because a piece is old then it must be real. Time after time we have had to break the news that a beloved family heirloom is unfortunately NOT a priceless treasure. More often than not, the true value of grandma’s ring is found in the memories of her wearing it rather than the rocks and metal it’s made from.

The inventory at Joden boasts a vast cache of Victorian riches including several little trinkets featuring a variety of imitation, synthetic and even glass stones. Each of them is original and authentic, adding to their individual appeal.

Recently, I stumbled across these two beauties… a nearly perfect pair. Both the ring and the bangle are from the late Victorian era, circa 1885. Each one is meticulously crafted from rosy 14 karat gold. The style is simultaneously simplistic and striking… a harmonious balance that can be difficult to achieve. While they each have a brilliant red center stone, one contains a red spinel and the other is synthetic. Can you spot the not?

The triple banded open-shank of the ring is an ideal complement to the sparkling halo of diamonds. There is an eclectic mix of cuts contained within… there are single-cuts, Old Mine Cuts, European Cuts and even one round brilliant. The unusual selection probably indicates that stones have been replaced over the years, adding another element of charm to the history of the piece. It’s available on our site for just $1,380.00.

The bangle displays a singular knife-edged top with a round, tubular bottom bow. A hidden push-button clasp releases the side, allowing it to open for ease of use. The cushion-shaped center section glows with 1.25 carats of Old Mine Cut diamonds, arranged in an elegant halo motif. Although it’s not on our site, it’s available in our showroom for $2,250.00.

Perhaps you’re wondering, which center stone is which? Or maybe you’ve jumped ahead and discovered the answer for yourself by clicking the link to our site. While each stone is bright and beautiful, it’s the ring that contains the genuine red spinel and the bangle features an authentic synthetic center. Which one would you choose? Better yet – why choose when you can have both!

“Go to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and A Navette Ring

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