Monthly Archive: September 2024

Joe’s Special Box Luxury Edition – Volume 21

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

With the first day of autumn in the rear view, it’s time to break out fall fashion. There’s nothing like a chunky cable-knit sweater to ward off the nip in the air. Thick braided cords of wool, cotton or cashmere twist around each other to create the coziest and comfiest feel. Paired with suede kitten-heel knee boots, and your fit is almost perfect. But… no look is complete without a bit of bling. This week, we have the most divine sweater weather necklace.

Measuring just over twenty-eight inches in length, this 18-karat yellow gold beauty is to die for. Thick curb link chain combines with bold color to make jewelry magic. Starting from one end of the integrated box clasp, there is a series of fourteen individual gemstone links that alternate with 1.5 inch segments of heavy gold chain. Each richly colored gem is more beautiful than the last…

Two shades of tourmaline, both pink and green, citrine, aquamarine, peridot, and amethyst gems are bezel set in octagonal links. Flanking each brightly hued gem are baguette diamonds… two on the left and two on the right. These fifty-six sparklers have a total weight of 1.25 carats! Made in the 1980’s, this necklace is bold and beautiful. The weighty heft of this luxurious piece feels SO good – 3.25 ounces of gold draped around your neck! Make an investment in your wardrobe with this bauble for $9,850.00. Call us or stop by to make it yours today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Blue Beauty

September 30, 2024September 27, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Sapphire Things

Sapphires have been mined in Sri Lanka for more than 2000 years. Described as the “jewel box of the Indian Ocean”, this country is a haven for some of the world’s most sought after gemstones. A veritable kaleidoscope of beauties are mined each year… ruby, spinel, alexandrite, garnet, tourmaline, aquamarine, zircon and as we’ve already mentioned – sapphires.

Of the enormous number of sapphires unearthed annually, a mere 5-10% of them are unheated. In addition, less than 1% of those unheated sapphires are gem quality. A fine unheated Sri Lankan sapphire is an extraordinary sight to behold. Recently, we acquired a stunning Art Deco bar pin. Set in the center is a royal blue sapphire. Both Joe and Jay (the owners of Joden Jewelers) are GIA graduate gemologists. Together, they decided to submit this antique treasure to the Gemological Institute of America for evaluation with the request that it be tested for possible treatments as well as country of origin. While these tests can be costly, they’re also critical in determining the rarity and value of a fine sapphire like this.

After weeks of waiting, we were rewarded with celebratory news. The oval beauty nestled within the center of our antique brooch was indeed Sri Lankan in origin AND unheated. Weighing approximately 3.00 carats, this incredibly desirable royal blue stone still in it’s original setting was a rare find. Measuring 2.25 inches from side to side, this platinum pin is exquisite.

Bursting from the center stone are an additional six blue sapphires, each one cut into an elegant tear drop shape. Offering a combined weight of .45 carat, the vibrant color of these gems is a match for the oval sapphire center. Skillfully cut into the left and right arms of the brooch are a matched pair of elongated apertures. Hand-cut, this design element lightens and brightens the feel of the piece. Covering the remainder of the surface are sixty European cut diamonds that offer a full carat of dazzling brilliance. Tiny milgrain beads border each sapphire as well as the entire circumference of the brooch, another outstanding detail.

Made near 1920, this bar pin is authentic and original. Boasting an unheated Sri Lankan sapphire center only ups the ante. It would be divine on any suit lapel or spanning the center of a silken tie. It would work equally well on a satin scarf or joining together the collar of a sweater. No matter how you decide to wear it, make it yours today for the moderate price of $5,000.00.

“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 23

September 23, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

“Not all treasure’s silver and gold, mate.” This little truth bullet was uttered by the treacherously charming Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean. And while our favorite pirate was indeed waxing philosophically; this time, our treasure IS gold. Looking quite ferocious and fierce, this 18-karat yellow gold brooch expertly depicts a 16th or 17th century sailing vessel. Featuring a hinged double pin stem to support this substantial jewel, this brooch is stylishly wearable.

Flanking both sides of the hull of this large boat are two sea serpents of mythical proportions. Their scaly, sinewy bodies ripple five times reaching from the bow of the ship to the center of the hold. Jaw agape, these dragons of the sea feature bright green enamel. Like horses on a carriage, they’re ready and able to aid in all manner of pillage and plunder. Between these merciless miscreants is the rudder. Essential to any sailing vessel, this stabilizer moves with lifelike precision. It stands at the ready to slice through the rolling waves of the Dead Sea where only the likes of Blackbeard and Anne Bonny dared to tread.

Rising between the heads of the serpents is the captain’s quarters that is elegantly ensconced on the deck of the ship. The sides of the ribbed roof curl down and out from the flat top where the riggings connect. The finest of abodes, this little cab is bejeweled with a singular square sapphire that weighs approximately .50 carat, and twenty round diamonds that have a total weight of .40 carat.

Braw and beautiful, two masts arise from the center of the ship; the tallest of the pair is the mainmast, while the secondary is the mizzenmast. Unfurling from the masts are a set of multicolored enameled sails. The gold beneath the enamel has been artfully sculpted and contoured between each yard. The artisan skillfully layered shades of brown, gold and even hints of blue and purple enamel. Each hue adds an element of depth and realism; it’s quite remarkable to capture such detail in miniature form. Etched onto a small oval placard on the back of the main sail are three things… “Blits, 18K, Italy”. No matter how much I search, I have been unsuccessful in finding the maker known as Blits. Such a shame, finesse and mastery of this level should be celebrated.

Shown here, on my hand, you can appreciate the sheer size of this majestic vessel. Containing more than an ounce of 18-karat yellow gold, this bold brooch is moderately priced at $4,500.00. Jazz up any lapel with this unique brooch.

“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 Sapphire Things

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

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