Bold Bling

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Statement Things

Many stores offer a “wishlist”… a line-up of products that you love but aren’t quite ready to purchase yet.  It’s a great tool for big retailers like Amazon and Target – stores that sell products that are mass produced.  Even some jewelry stores have a wishlist program, tagging must-haves like stud earrings, tennis bracelets and statement rings.  At Joden, nearly all of our pieces are one-of-a-kind, a fact that makes wishlists challenging.  Because we specialize in antique and estate jewelry, we rarely have two of the exact same thing.  That being said, we do have hundreds of wish-worthy jewels like these two bold rings.

If you want to make a statement – look no further.  Both of these rings speak volumes about personal style and design aesthetic.  Measuring an expansive 18.7mm wide, the all diamond band is made entirely of 18-karat yellow gold.  A close-up study shows a unique pattern of channel setting that resembles a hedge maze.  Five horizontal rows intersect with five right angles in geometric glory!  Set within the gold channels are fifty-eight princess cut diamonds.  These diamonds have a combined weight of 5.82 carats.  Bright white, these sparklers have an average color grade of E-F and an average clarity grade of VS.  The ring tapers slightly, from 18.7mm to 12mm at the back.  This allows for a more comfortable fit.  Measuring a finger size 7.5, this ring cannot be sized.  It is priced at $6,500.00.  

The second ring is a bit narrower, but still makes quite an impression.  Also made from 18-karat yellow gold, this band consists of five rows of channel set gemstones.  The two outside rows are set with a series of princess cut diamonds with each row containing ten square diamonds.  Combined, these diamonds offer 2.00 carats of scintillating sparkle.  Near colorless, these diamonds have an average clarity grade of VS.  Nestled between the diamonds are three horizontal rows of square-cut rubies.  These natural gemstones appear to be pigeon blood in color, a hue that is recognized as the finest color of ruby.  There are twelve gems in each row for a total of thirty-six rubies with a combined weight of 4.50 carats.  Measuring 16mm at the top, this band tapers to just shy of 10mm at the back.  It measures at a finger size 9.5 and cannot be sized.  Priced at $5,000.00, this ring is true statement jewelry.

Either of these bands could be worn as a wedding ring, an anniversary band or a right hand ring.  I love a wide band on an index or middle finger!  No matter how you wear them, these eye-catching beauties are sure to get some tongues wagging!  Add one to your personal wishlist today…  they’re available in our showroom.  Call or dm to claim one for yourself.

“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 69

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

Everything is coming up roses.  Four of them to be precise – spaced at even intervals around the circumference of this 12.5 mm band.  Made from a delectable combination of yellow, green and rose gold – this wonderfully wide ring is SO good.  

I’m a sucker for the classic beauty of a wide gold band…  amp it up with a floral theme and I’m a goner.  Personifying the perfect trifecta of gold, this band showcases a yellow gold base decorated by rose gold flowers and green gold leaves.  The botanical motif raises off the surface with dimensional appeal.  Every leaf and petal is silky smooth to the touch, making it a dream to wear.

The softly scalloped edge finishes the ring exquisitely – complementing both the curve of each rose petal as well as the diagonal arch of each leaf.  These details are plain to see, while my most favorite part is not.  I’m dubbing it a stroke of luck…  at the juncture where each blossom adheres to the band, there is mark on the interior of the ring.  

To me, they look like the phases of the moon…  especially the very last one.  It’s the classic representation of a crescent moon face.  Under magnification, I can see the gaps between the band and the flowers.  These markings are nothing more than a fluke or perhaps a bit of serendipity combined with my own imagination.  These little details are the very soul of vintage jewelry; engraved sentiments, decades or even centuries of patina and markings left by the maker whether intentional or accidental – taking a piece of jewelry from ordinary to extraordinary.  

Measuring approximately a size 7.25, this band cannot be sized.  Beautiful on any finger, it’s like the fairy tale story of Cinderella and the glass slipper.  This magical ring is destined for a perfect fit.  If you’re lucky enough to be able to wear it, it’s available on our site now for just $1100.00.

“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 62

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

With yellow gold reigning supreme as THE metal of choice, our cases are overflowing with exceptional examples of this warm rich medium.  Although gold is great on its own, it’s also the ideal accent for gemstones of every color… especially sapphires.  There’s nothing like the deep full-bodied tone of 18-karat yellow gold paired with vibrant vivid blue sapphires.  

This ring is a bold statement piece.  Measuring just over a half-inch wide on the top and tapering to a quarter-inch at the back – it’s sturdy and strong. Featuring five distinct rows of stones, this ring alternates diamond, sapphire, diamond, sapphire and diamond.  The outside edges are set with fifty round brilliant diamonds while the center row highlights two step-cut square diamonds and two tapered baguettes.  These fifty-four diamonds have a total weight of .64 carats.  Nestled into the rows between are twenty-eight square sapphires.  Reminiscent of your favorite denim jeans, the tone of these sapphires is the perfect medium blue.  They offer 2.50 carats of subtle shine.

Seated atop this beautiful broad acre of glittering gems is one octagonal step-cut natural sapphire.  Graded by the Gemological Institute of America, the stone hails from Thailand – a country that produces some of the finest sapphires in the world.  This stunner weighs exactly 2.65 carats and flawlessly matches the color of the other twenty-eight blue beauties.  

This ring is a prime example of the advantage of a modern piece.  Expert manufacturing complete with clean-out holes behind every stone ensure the longevity of the ring.  Diamond rates as a 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness and sapphires (aka corundum) rank at a nine; these gems aren’t just pretty, they’re durable too.  Every element of this ring from the superb construction to the stone choice promises that this ring can be worn every single day.  It’s a piece of jewelry made to be loved and enjoyed.  Priced at $6,500.00 – this is the choice that will last a lifetime.  

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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