Joe’s Special Box – Volume 147

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

At their peak of popularity, around the turn of the 20th century, lavalier necklaces graced the necklines of ladies of all ages.  These charming pieces are comprised of a series of smaller links or swirls with a singular dangling gem at the base (most often this was a pearl). 

Delicate and dainty, these late Victorian darlings also often featured small colored gemstones, like this one.  Made entirely of 9-karat yellow gold, this little number from Joe’s Special Box is adorned with not one but two round garnets.  

A charming botanical theme brings this pendant to life.  The outline is accented by three small six-petaled flowers with a tiny seed pearl in the center.  Alternating with these blossoms are three pairs of leaves.  This foliage is also set with small ivory-colored seed pearls.  

Shown on the neck, you can appreciate the ultra feminine vibe of this late 1800’s necklace.  At Joden, we have quite a collection of lavaliers with a wide assortment of gems.  With so many to choose from, you’re sure to discover your birthstone or the birthstone of someone you love.  For January babies or garnet lovers, this particular one is available for just $1,250.oo.  Give us a call to make it yours today.

“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 93

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

Though I am drawn to pieces from every time period, there’s no question that Art Nouveau has always been my favorite.  Spanning the years from 1890-1910, it overlapped the end of the Victorian period as well as the entire Edwardian period.  Art Nouveau celebrated the female form combined with all things nature…  flowers, leaves, vines and buds.  It was an awakening.  

Often, a piece of jewelry will have one foot in the past and one in the future – a veritable bridge between two distinct worlds.  This lovely pendant is a perfect example.  Made entirely of 14-karat yellow gold, it’s a little bit Victorian and a little bit Art Nouveau.

Shaped like a sideways kidney bean, the top portion of the necklace is curvaceous and feminine.  Twenty-seven tiny and iridescent pearls fill every contour.  Each measuring less than one millimeter, these little beauties are called seed pearls.  Victorian jewelry often showcased these organic orbs in decorative borders or accent trim.  Incorporated into the center of this pearl frame is my favorite part of the entire piece… a sculptural leaf-like vine decorated with subtle shades of plum, rose and a hint of green enamel.  

Suspended from this decorative top is a large oval amethyst gem.  Weighing approximately twenty-five carats, this aubergine stone is held in place by twenty-one prongs.  These prongs are part of the decorative border that wraps around the edge of the amethyst.  The Victorian elements combine beautifully with the Art Nouveau details in this pendant.  Make it yours today for just $1,350.00.

“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 111

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

Okay, sofa shoppers…  this one is just too good.  Grab your phone and your credit card.  I promise this sweet little number from Joe’s Special Box will be gone long before the stay-home order is lifted.  Don’t hesitate or you’ll miss it!  I fell in love with it from the minute I discovered it.  Every little detail sings in perfect harmony.  

An oval cabochon garnet sits center stage in this Victorian sweetheart.  The purplish hue of the stone is exquisitely complemented by the halo surrounding it.  Fourteen tiny white seed pearls create the ideal amount of contrast, accenting the center stone to perfection.  It’s not overdone.  The design is simple and oh-so-sweet.  

The ring itself is constructed from 14 karat yellow gold, adding a warm glow to the piece.  Priced right at $695, this ring won’t last long.  If you’re as enchanted as I am…  get on the phone!  Call us at 1-800-747-7552 to purchase now!

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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