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This or That – Volume 10

November 17, 2023 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Art Deco Rings

Let’s play an easy little game where you choose between two things…

14-karat or 18-karat?
Subtle Style or Statement Piece?
Natural or Imitation?

In the 10th edition of “This or That,” we are waffling between a dynamic duo of Art Deco rings. Although they have many similarities – there are also some minute differences that just might tip the scale one way or the other.

Let’s compare… both rings were made in the Art Deco era – the years between 1915-1935. Arguably the most popular period, Art Deco jewelry was influenced by architecture featuring geometric patterns with straight lines, squares and other shapes to created stunning designs. Both rings have a rectangular shape accented by blue sapphires and diamonds.

So much the same and yet so different. We first shared this beauty a few months ago, featuring it on our social media and our website. It’s made from 18-karat white gold. The elongated rectangle sits east to west across the finger with a series of four french-cut natural Ceylon sapphires spanning the center. These bright blue gems have a combined weight of 1.oo carat. Surrounding them are twenty-four rose cut diamonds that offer .60 carat of shimmering sparkle. Priced at $2,400.00 – it’s available now.

This newly acquired stunner is made from 14-karat white gold. Much like the first ring, this piece also has french cut sapphires across the center… however, there are only three and these ones are synthetic. Many people assume that because a ring is antique, the stones must be natural. In reality, imitation stones were first made in the 1870’s! And so, although these sapphires aren’t earth-mined, they are original to the ring. Set in two rows on either side of the center are six single-cut diamonds that have a combined weight of .20 carat. This ring is also available on our site, priced at just $1,450.00.

And so… whether you prefer 14-karat or 18-karat white gold; or whether natural Ceylon sapphires or imitation sapphires suit your fancy… we have a ring for you. With both beauties featured on our site, the choice is yours. Will you select the subtle style of this 18-karat white gold charmer with natural blue sapphires or perhaps you’re crazy for that 14-karat white gold statement ring with imitation sapphires. This or that?

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

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Check it out on our site today. Look for the red box. ♥

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Signature Series – Volume 11

November 13, 2023 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

When asked “How do you come about creating your designs?”, Jose Hess answered simply “It’s a flower, it’s the morning rising sun, it’s a tree, the leaves. It’s all love.” This beautiful sentiment and countless others are captured in “The Beauty in All” – a coffee table book penned by Jose’s wife, Magdalena Hess.

Hess and his family fled Nazi Germany in 1938 when Jose (then called Josef) was just five years old. By the time he was 14, Jose began working in the jewelry industry learning the art of fabrication and hand-setting gemstones. Just three years later, he immigrated to the United States where he continued to work in the industry, graduated high school and began studying at the Gemological Institute of America.

At 25, Jose began pursuing a career under his own name. In 1963, he won his first award – the DeBeers Diamonds International Award for a diamond leaf brooch. The rest as they say, is history. He garnered over a dozen more awards during the course of his career. While perusing their website www.josehess.com, I discovered this line…

“We utilize the finest materials, and each piece is handmade to order. It has always been our personal belief that that elegance doesn’t have to be complicated and our brand continues to hold that philosophy sacred.”

That’s the spirit that inspired and created these statement earrings. Made entirely of 18-karat yellow gold, these heart-shaped beauties are the latest addition to our estate department.

A curvaceous double-line borders the outer edge of each earring – capturing forty-three round brilliant diamonds inside each one. Combined, these eighty-six diamonds have a total weight of 4.50 carats. Shimmering from every angle, these earrings shine with style and sophistication.

Omega style fold-over backs keep this impressive beauties perfectly positioned on the ear. Shown from behind, even the back side of the earrings present a high-polish sheen.

Peep the classic Jose Hess signature plaquard – the mark of true craftsmanship. Take a moment to admire these designer darlings on the ear, then stop by the store where they’re available for just $4,750.00. With the holidays just a few weeks away, begin and end your shopping at Joden. We have something for everyone on your list.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box Luxury Edition – Volume 12B

February 16, 2024November 10, 2023 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

Sometimes it seems like we settle into a rut. Get up, go to work, come home, make dinner, go to bed. Lather, rinse, repeat. It’s also true in our work… it’s no secret that I gravitate toward pieces that move me. I choose jewelry that sparks something inside of me, whether it be good or bad. In an effort to keep the blog content interesting, lately I’ve been asking Joe to personally select the pieces. He often has a different viewpoint than I do – bringing a fresh perspective shakes things up.

Earlier today, we were having an animated chat about antique jewelry. Joe mentioned that one his oldest friends (who is a major player in the jewelry industry) felt that the best antique jewelry is Art Deco – definitely an opinion shared by many. My personal thoughts are sometimes less enthusiastic – I’m wondering what YOU think about Joe’s pick.

Measuring 7.25 inches in length and over half an inch in width, this bracelet is comprised of 29.2 dwt of polished platinum. There are thirty-two individual links. Set within those segments are 234 round diamonds. These earth-mined natural beauties cover every spec of the bracelet with 8.88 carats of scintillating sparkle. Each stone is held in place with four prongs and highlighted with precise milgrain beaded edges.

Set at even intervals are three marquise-brilliant diamonds. This curved navette shape juxtaposes exquisitely with the predominantly rectangular theme of the bracelet. Together, these three diamonds offer an additional 1.42 carats of sparkle. Wrapping around the perimeter of each marquise is a precise border of expertly cut green glass. Mimicking the look of emerald – these imitation stones are authentic and original to the piece.

Undeniably a stellar example of real Art Deco jewelry, this bracelet is breathtakingly beautiful. With 10.30 carats of total diamond weight, it packs quite a punch. Priced at $26,500.00 (for those wondering… that’s just over $111 per diamond) – there’s no question why it’s Joe’s pick. Inquiring minds want to know… what do you think of our latest bit of luxury? Cast your vote on our Instagram 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 Art Deco Rings

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

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