Victorian ring Archive

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 136

October 18, 2021 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

If you’ve been searching for a ring that is truly unique, look no further. This unusual find from Joe’s Special Box dates back to the Mid-Victorian period. Made entirely of silver, this beauty offers a lovely elongated shape that sits perfectly on the finger.

Each of the twelve diamonds set in the ring are rose cuts. Every one is held within an open back setting, a detail of Victorian era gems. Earlier Georgian pieces utilized closed-back construction. These openings allow for light to reach the diamonds and also add ease to the cleaning process. The primitive rose cut showcases a flat back with a domed and lightly faceted top. Said to sparkle best in candle light, this early diamond cut reached a peak of popularity when candles became readily available to everyone, not just the wealthy. Diamond sales surged with the advances in the candle making process.

The center rose cut is a pear-shape. It is surrounded by a series of eleven more diamonds set in the leaf-like details of the ring. The combined weight of all twelve stones is approximately .50 carat. Over the past 160 years, the silver framework of the ring has tarnished to black… this patina is the very thing that makes me love this ring. It speaks to the age of this antique gem and although it could be cleaned, it would change the feel of the ring entirely. Now a featured item on our website, this beauty from the mid-1860’s is available for $2,500.00.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Demure Darlings

July 23, 2021 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Three Gold Rings

For those of you who have never visited our showroom, we’re located in the heart of Grove City, Pa. Our sleepy little town is home to just under 8000 people. The closest major city is Pittsburgh, it’s an hour south. When it comes to the hottest trends and the latest styles, we’re about two years behind. So, when even our local customers are avidly seeking and buying yellow gold, we know it’s more than just a passing fancy.

From the customers in the store to the shoppers online – everyone is crazy for yellow gold. In the past few months, it’s been all about vintage Victorian rings. Most are made from yellow gold with craftsmanship that is unrivaled. In the mid to late 1800’s, each piece was made by hand.

This early Victorian find is made from 8 karat gold. Prior to the gold rush of 1848, there was actually a gold shortage. Due to this deficit, low karat gold became a popular choice. At approximately 33.35%, the gold content was often equal to or even a bit less than the copper content… this unique mixture gave the metal a rosy glow. Yellow gold foil accents the flower etched into this bold red center stone – with six seed pearls set into the rectangular frame, we are loving this little ring priced at just $240.00.

Another 8 karat gold treasure, this bandlike ring offers low-profile style that makes it so easy to wear. A pair of east/west oriented marquise-shaped cut-outs flank the center section. One tiny rose cut diamond is nestled within a square-shaped setting. There are an additional four cut-outs surrounding the petite diamond, a unique design element for this period. Perfect as an index or middle finger ring, this ring is available now for only $250.00.

Rounding out the trio is the sweetest little bypass ring I’ve seen in quite some time. Colorfully set with a lovely combination of gemstones and pearls, this ring is my pick of the three. Each side of the ring features one oval pink topaz, one pearl and one fiery opal. Tiny seed pearls are prong set in the shoulders of the ring, finishing the look. The mauve hue of the topaz stones is an ideal complement to the kaleidoscope of color blazing within the opals… pops of blue, green, and pink spark from these natural beauties. With a chip in one topaz, this perfectly imperfect ring is available now, priced at $440.00.

If you’ve got caught gold fever, Joden Jewelers has the cure. With countless choices from early Victorian to the styles of today – we truly have something for everyone. Shop our showroom, our website, or check us out on Instagram and Facebook.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Pick of the Week – Volume 34

March 1, 2021 by Joden Girl

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Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Guests at Joden often inquire about the oldest treasures in our inventory. This sweet little ring from the 1860’s contains elements that definitely pre-date the Victorian era. The styling of the ring itself is primitive with minimal detail and time-softened edges.

At over one hundred sixty years old, the condition of this ring is quite good, which speaks for the craftsmanship of the piece. Every little nook and cranny from the shank to the shoulders is made from 18 karat yellow gold. High karat gold tends to be soft. Countless tiny scratches have created a unique patina – almost appearing to be sand-blasted or satin finished, but it’s completely authentic and oh-so beautiful.

A series of English hallmarks are pressed deep into the inside of the shank, a small crown and an “18” among them. The capital “L” mark assures us that the ring was made in the 1860’s, although, the center stone could be much earlier.

With surprisingly crisp lines and corners, this table cut diamond is so intriguing. Aptly named for the piece of furniture that it resembles, the table cut has been traced back as far as the 16th century. However, they were most commonly used during the 1700-1800’s. The four side facets have a beveled appearance and are quite high, giving a hint to the weight of the diamond – it measures 1.00 carat! A halo of twenty rose cut diamonds create the outer border, the stones themselves are almost rough cut. The irregularity only adds to the vintage appeal of the ring.

This ring was previously featured on our website for $5,850.00. It didn’t get a lot of love – it’s so challenging to truly appreciate the beauty of jewelry from a couple snapshots and a few words. We offer a “No Questions Asked” five day return policy to help our online visitors feel more comfortable with purchasing. We back that up with a thirty day exchange policy. At Joden (in store or online) we take customer service to the next level! With our website sales picking up, Dana and I decided to give this Victorian gem a second look. We’re bringing it back as a Pick of the Week.

Original Price – $5,850.00

New Unbelievable Price – Just $4,770.00!

In the midst of a global pandemic, how do you create instant happiness? “Add to cart,” of course! Check this ring out on our site now.

“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 A Collector’s Things

Baubles, Bling and Three Gold Rings

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

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