Victorian earrings Archive

What’s New – Volume 88

January 5, 2024 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

The older I get, the faster time flies. 2024 will be the 8th year of Joden Girl – a fact that seems impossible. It’s also the 5th year since Dana and I joined forces to become the ultimate dream team. Our goal year after year remains the same – we strive to broaden our audience, increase our presence and make the website more successful than the year before. 2023 taught us that the best way to make that happen is to continually put fresh inventory in front of you… more blogs, more photos, more posts, more reels, more stories. More, more, more. Even when we think we can’t possibly share any more jewelry… we show a little more.

Consider this a warning. Brace yourselves and load up those piggy banks because 2024 promises to be so much MORE… starting now!

Made from 18-karat yellow gold, these earrings date to the late Victorian era, circa 1880. One end of each sleek, arched wire slips through the ear while the other end attaches to a small half bead. A pair of tiny rings connect this bead to an elongated pear-shaped drop. Deceptively simple, it is these two mini links that bring life to the earring, allowing it to dance.

The drop segment is a three-dimensional hollow shell. Six Etruscan beaded lines highlight the softly rounded matte surface; they form a star pattern that bursts forth from a small concave oval. Nestled deep within this tiny hollow is a collet-set natural emerald. Primitively cut, these gems shimmer and shine within the deep golden glow of the earrings.

The antique beauties conclude with true Victorian style… fringe! Mimicking a fan, sixteen graduated wires dangle from the base of each earring. Every one moves independently in the most charming way. From the curve of the wire to the tip of the center fringe, these earrings measure 1.75 inches and sway enchantingly from the ear. Showcasing the best that the Victorian Era and Etruscan Revival had to offer, they’re available now for just $1,375.00. Find these and so much MORE, by liking us on Facebook and following us on Instagram.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Glorious Geometric Gleem

June 2, 2023 by Joden Girl

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Basic black. Often used to represent darkness – it is the complete absorption of light. The symbolic color of authority, it is often worn by judges, magistrates and clergy. For hundreds of years, black has been the characteristic color for funerals and mourning. This was never more apparent than during Victoria’s 40-yearlong bereavement after the death of her soulmate and husband, Albert. Not only did she dawn dark dresses, veils and accessories – she decreed that her subjects must do the same. Even her jewelry reflected the depths of her grief – every piece was made of gold, black enamel and gemstones like onyx like these earrings.

Made from 14-karat yellow gold, the style of these Victorian chandelier earrings is just as relevant today as it was in the late 19th century. A perfectly round bezel set onyx center is wreathed by a series of matching parallelogram-shaped onyx. Each stone is encased within a golden frame. The top edge of the metal features a delicate beaded edge called milgrain. Resembling a starburst or sunflower, this portion of the earring is suspended from softly rounded kidney-shaped wires. A pair of tiny round links have been utilized to attach a small garland to the base of the circular spray. It’s hinged, allowing for ease of movement.

Seven additional lozenge-shaped onyx form the crescent moon-shaped swag. These opaque gems graduate slightly in size, with the largest one in the middle. Small beads of gold are situated between each one, mimicking the design of the top. The final detail is a singular elongated kite-shaped onyx that dangles from the center of the garland. Swaying gently with every turn of your head, these mourning earrings offer face-framing elegance at its finest. User-friendly, these beauties are easy to wear and measure just under two inches from top to bottom. Distinctly Victorian, but perfect for 2023 – these ever-chic earrings are available on our website for just $975.00.

“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 63

March 13, 2023 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

This week’s find is perfectly petite and oh-so-sweet! In near mint condition, these Victorian beauties are ideal for daily wear. Made entirely from 9-karat yellow gold, a contoured wire travels through the earlobe and closes snugly in a c-shaped catch.

A four-petaled blossom embellishes each golden wire. It is intricately detailed, including a ribbed leaf situated between each petal. Ensconced within a small milgrain-edged bezel, a creamy seed pearl marks the center of the floret.

A tiny round bead dangles from the base of the earring, adding an element of motion. These authentic antique earrings are absolutely charming. Ideal for any age, these pierced earrings are priced at just $400.00. Finds like this are few and far between and simply too good to miss. If you’re as enchanted as we are, pick up the phone and make them yours today… I promise you; we won’t have them tomorrow.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

Baubles, Bling and Fun Things

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

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