Monthly Archive: September 2022

Signature Series – Volume 5

November 22, 2022September 30, 2022 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

The heart of the Art Deco period encompassed the years from 1920-1930. It was a decade of discovery and innovation for pioneering jewelers. Strongly influenced by Cubism, the jewelry of the era showcased geometric shapes and bold colored gemstones. Diamonds still reigned supreme but were often accented by fancy cut rubies, emeralds, and blue sapphires of the very best quality.

The influence of the period has been far-reaching – in fact, the seductive allure of the Art Deco style is still bewitching today’s designers. Sleek and elegant with timeless appeal, Art Deco is always en vogue. Many modern manufacturers have sought to recreate the iconic styles from the 1920’s – none more successful than SophiaD. This New York City trailblazer has merged the technology of today with classic Art Deco design.

Platinum, the king of metals, shines to perfection in this beauty. The structure of the ring is domed, harkening back to the Art Deco era. This unique style elevates the center diamond off the finger while still keeping it harmoniously blended within the highly detailed design. Six French cut blue sapphires create the loveliest staircase that culminates with a showstopping emerald cut diamond. Weighing 1.36 carats – this bright white diamond is graded by the Gemological Institute of America as an F color and VS1 in clarity. Two additional rows of diamonds crown the top and bottom edges of the ring and showcase an additional forty round brilliant diamonds. Truly stunning from every angle, this modern marvel is available on our site for just $10,450.00.

Rooted with a rich history of quality and superior design, each SophiaD piece is crafted with the finest materials the industry has to offer. There can be no doubt why this bold statement is highlighted on the SophiaD website:

“We reflect the flamboyant and playful attitudes of the era and obtain nothing but a sleek beautiful style. Some of the great jewelry houses, including Cartier, Tiffany and Van Cleef & Arpels, are considered to have created some of their most iconic work during the Art Deco period. It is our time here at SophiaD to create the most important elegant and such timeless pieces for the next generation.”

And here, at Joden, our own motto continues to hold true…

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Signature Series – Volume 4

November 22, 2022September 26, 2022 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

With nearly fifty years of combined jewelry experience – Dana and I are an unbeatable team in more ways than one. She and I are exclusively responsible for all things internet at Joden. Dana is the face behind the camera while I am the voice behind the words. This is our fourth year of collaborating to bring you the very best that Joden has to offer – everything from the sublime to the ridiculous. With half a century in the business, we simply can’t help but to constantly look for new and exciting jewels to share.

This ring piqued my interest. At first, I thought the amethyst was a fantasy cut stone, but I wasn’t sure. Once I looked inside the ring, I spotted a manufacturer’s mark.

It reads “Strell”. With just a few keystrokes on Google, I discovered that this ring had a story all its own. The “Strell” hallmark is short for Strellman’s. This company was founded in 1948 by Richard Strellman – the name quickly became synonymous with dramatic jewelry. Originating in Oregon, this American company is now based out of Minnesota and has become world famous for their original lighthouse lens cut. This is a fantasy cut gem on an entirely other level, and exactly what our ring is. Every one of these showstopping jewels begins with a piece of rough (or raw) gemstone of at least 125 carats. It is cut with the grain to maximize brilliance, sparkle and color dispersion. After refining, the result is a finished stone that will weigh approximately 10.00 carats.

The name Lighthouse Lens Cut comes from the fresnel lens which is primarily used in lighthouses. The gems are faceted similar to a lighthouse lens that directs the beam of light out to sea. These fascinating stones reflect light in the exact same way. It is unlike any other cut. Dana was able to capture this exceptional phenomenon in a video that will be featured on our Instagram feed later this week. You don’t want to miss it!

The ring itself is made from 14-karat yellow gold that has been polished to a pristine shine. It is specially designed to showcase the extraordinary amethyst held within. Authentic and original, this ring is available on our site for just $465.00. Check it out in store or online.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Hot or Not – Volume Four

September 23, 2022 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Berry Things

It has been speculated that ornamental jewelry has been in existence for over 25,000 years… the discovery of a simple necklace made of fishbones in a cave in Monaco is the earliest evidence we have. From brightly colored macaroni strung on yarn to the Crown jewels… I can’t even begin to guess just how many pieces of jewelry have been created in all that time.

If we added up every bauble in every drawer, box, and bag from the basement to the garage to Joe’s office – I am certain the number of jewels at Joden is well over 10,000. And although I don’t know the exact number of pieces, what I do know is that we have some breathtakingly beautiful things. On the flip side, after more than fifty-two years in business, we have also accumulated a few ugly ducklings.

But luckily, opinions vary and no two people like exactly the same things. One of the best parts of my job is when I am able to match the perfect customer with their dream piece of jewelry… it’s especially gratifying when the piece is a bit unusual or obscure (a.k.a. challenging to sell). These gems are what we like to call “old friends”.

In hopes of making more of these connections, I created the “Hot or Not” edition of the blog. In the previous three publications, we debated the beauty of a fantasy cut green tourmaline ring, a couple of designer spinner rings, and a brooch by the House of Graff. The brooch is available on our site, the tourmaline is available in the store… both spinner rings have sold. This week, we are offering this noteworthy ring.

Made from two colors of 18-karat gold, this ring looks exactly like a ripe red raspberry and is showcased to perfection in this delicious tart from La Gourmandine bakery in Pittsburgh. The fruit is bursting with forty-three round rubies that have a combined weight of 2.00 carats. Each of the tiny eight leaves have a crisscross hand-textured surface and a white gold vein running through the center. It’s incredibly lifelike – a true feast for the senses. You can almost smell and taste the sweetness of the berry…

It’s very unique… and certainly not mass-produced. This is not a ring for everyone but rather something exceptional for someone with unconventional style. Priced at just $1,500.00, it begs the question… is this ring hot or not? We can’t wait to see what you think. Hop on over to Instagram to cast your vote on our story!

“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 Quality Things

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

Baubles, Bling and Berry Things

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