Serendipity

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Forever Rings

When David (my husband) and I first started talking about engagement rings, my original thought was random and a bit irrational.  Even then (18 plus years ago), I worked at Joden – a fact that influenced my engagement ring journey in more ways than one.   Working here, we handle quite large diamonds on a daily basis.  I had become very spoiled.  My first thought went something like this – “Let’s buy the biggest diamond we can afford!  I want a really big diamond!”  As you can imagine this thought was not very popular with David…  not only for financial reasons, but also because he wanted me to have a ring with character.  A forever ring.

This is the thought that led me to set aside a radiant diamond that weighed 1.26 carats but actually looked much larger, closer to 2.00 carats.  David hated it immediately.  And to be blunt, I didn’t love it either.  But it LOOKED big!  I stuck with it for several weeks – until I laid eyes on my ring.  One day I walked into Joe’s office, and there it was just laying on a black velvet tray.  As soon as I put it on my finger, I knew it was the ring.  The decision had little to do with the size of the diamond and everything to do with the way I felt when I looked at the ring.

If I were getting engaged today, I would choose a ring the same way – by the way it makes me feel.  This picture features two rings that would be top contenders for me…

 

The first ring is an authentic Edwardian ring from 1915 with a rose-cut diamond center stone.  That alone makes the ring unique.  Add in the fine filigree detailing on the sides of the ring, the exquisite engraving that extends down the shoulders, and the tiny milgrain beads that create a knife edge at the peak of the band – it’s a rare beauty.  The photos do not do justice to this piece, you NEED to see this ring in person!  But you better hurry…  priced at just $6500, it won’t last long.

This ring, from the early 1940’s is all about the multicolor gold.  Rose gold scrolls support the kite shaped white gold segments that flank the center diamond – each one hand engraved with a floral-esque pattern.  The yellow gold shank makes this ring a perfect trifecta of golden loveliness.  If you’re a Retro girl, this ring is for you.  It’s available on our site for only $4700.00.

And finally, for the irrational twenty-something girl who is still inside me somewhere, here’s the “big” diamond that has stolen my heart…

A vision of Art Deco perfection, this 6.58 carat diamond is absolutely stunning.  I cannot do justice to this ring with mere words.  Let me just add this…  with an appraised value of $196,245.00, what could possibly be better?  Come in and experience the luxury for yourself. 

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

There’s Just Something About That Name

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Quality Things

Typically, I’m not a label girl.  I have clothes and shoes from every store out there.  For me, it’s all about style.  Sometimes – the style comes with the name.  When you’re looking at jewelry, that is usually the case… especially when the name is “Tiffany” or “Cartier”.  In our estate department, at Joden, we have several pieces made by these renowned designers.

The photo above shows a collection of fine mens accessories made by the legendary jeweler “Cartier”.  There is a high quality black leather bifold wallet for $450.  We also have a simple and understated “Cartier” keychain made from Stainless Steel with black lacquer – priced at just $220 and the matching money clip is available for $220 as well.

Every girl knows about the little blue box.  This little blue box holds a stylish sterling silver “Tiffany & Co.” pen.  It is the Elsa Peretti retractable ballpoint pen – a perfect stocking stuffer selling at just $95.00.  The lovely pendant draped over the pen is also made by “Tiffany”.  It is crafted from 18 karat rose gold and holds over three carats of lavender amethyst.  It is available on our website for just $750.00.

If you were thinking diamonds for Christmas, we have something for you as well…  this classic platinum solitaire ring would be stunning on any girl’s finger.  Handmade by “Tiffany & Co.”, it holds a .55 carat diamond in six sleek prongs.  Simplicity at it’s finest for just $2850.00.

Each of these pieces is available in our showroom.  We are offering holiday hours all this week.  Stop in Monday through Friday until 8:00pm, we are also open select hours on Christmas Eve.  As always, our website is available 24/7 with overnight shipping to ensure holiday delivery.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

We Prefer Pre-Owned

Rose gold Rolex

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Unusual Things

At Joden, we regularly stock a wide variety of pre-owned Rolex and other high end watches.  Each one has been serviced and is in like new condition.  Our case currently boasts twenty different Rolex watches… mens and ladies, stainless steel and 18 karat gold with a vast price range.

The watch pictured above is the Ever Rose Gold Yacht Master.  It is the 40 mm size, features the black dial and the Oyster Flex Bracelet.  This watch sold “new in the box” for $25000.00.  Call today for special pricing.

In addition to Rolex, we also have several pre-owned Cartier watches and over one hundred different vintage time pieces.  Stop in today to check out the amazing selection.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

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