Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

For me, 2026 arrived without fanfare or celebration.  It crept in softly, while the house was quiet and we slept deep and sound… the kind of rest afforded to the well-loved and blessed.  I could not ask for more than I have now.  At fifty, life is pretty damn good.  If 2026 is as good as 2025 – I am a lucky girl, indeed.  For those hoping for a bit more in 2026, perhaps a talisman would help you on your journey.  Believed to bring good fortune, positive energy and protection, a good luck piece is just the thing to see you through the new year.

Fine jadeite has been prized for centuries.  The premier form of jade, this vibrant green stone is often used in jewelry.  Chinese culture associates it with purity, virtue, immortality and good fortune.  Believed to ward off evil, jadeite is considered the stone of heaven.  It is a powerful symbol of health, balance and good luck.  If these are qualities that you want to carry with you this year – don’t miss out on today’s featured earrings.

Nicely sized, these disc-style earrings are made from 18-karat white gold.  The halo is comprised of twenty-four round brilliants each, forty-eight diamonds in all.  These bright gems have a combined weight of approximately 0.60 ct.  This full circle of diamonds creates a haven for the 10mm slice of jadeite nestled within.  Apple green in color, each piece features a carved flower in the center.  Known as a plum blossom, this five-petaled flower symbolizes the five blessings of Chinese culture.

• Longevity
• Wealth/Fortune
• Health/Composure
• Love of Virtue
• A Peaceful Death in Old Age

The plum blossom is often depicted in paintings, ceramics and carvings.  Revered for its resilience, it is a symbol of hope and perseverance.  What could be more appropriate for the new year than these lovely emblematic jadeite earrings artfully carved with plum blossoms?  Moderately priced at $1,450.00, make these your statement earrings for 2026.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe