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Luxurious Lace

September 16, 2023March 28, 2018 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and the Art of Filigree Things

Whether it’s made from woven wire or silken thread – the intricate patterns created are undeniably similar. Both lace and filigree are made in much the same manner… curled, twisted, and plaited threads crossed over, under, and finally united at all points of contact. Time has not diminished the value of either, but rather made them all the more desirable.

Here is a close-up segment of a filigree bracelet juxtaposed with a piece of lace called Carrickmacross. Both showcase open meshwork, a treasured decorative element. No one can resist the delicate beauty of filigree jewelry. Even novices are drawn to Edwardian and Art Deco pieces resplendent with the airy patterns painstakingly created wire by wire. Ladies, both young and old, are equally enchanted – including me! Check out this trio of bracelets – each one lovely, but also each with a personality all its own.

Here they are individually…

This piece is from the Depression Era, circa 1930’s, featuring die-struck metal that was then hand finished. The center stone is a square synthetic sapphire (authentic and original to the bracelet). It is flanked by a pair of white stones and then two additional synthetic sapphires. It’s moderately priced at $1100.00.

This stunner, signed J.E. Caldwell, speaks for itself. Handcrafted in platinum using an alternating sequence of two link styles, it contains 120 diamonds totaling over 10 carats! Aficiondos and amateurs agree – this piece is simply magnificent. Call me for more details and pricing.

Finally, we have my favorite of the bunch! I love the style of the filigree, it reminds me of the petals of a chrysanthemum flower – blooming out from the tiny gem-set center. Crafted with a nod toward the Edwardian era – this bracelet has a yellow gold frame that is overlaid with a white gold top.

Special attention has been paid to this bracelet – even the back is polished! For more details and photos, visit our site!

Unlike the lace on a christening dress or a wedding gown, each of these bracelets can be worn and enjoyed every day. Their lacey appearance is not reserved for special occasions but rather meant to delight… day after day, year after year.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

Joe’s Special Box – Volume Three

September 16, 2023March 21, 2018 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

I’m enchanted by this darling little ring. Made during the Late Victorian Period (also known as the Aesthetic Period, 1890-1901), it reminds me of a tiny crown. Popular themes in the 1890’s included bows, clovers, crescents, stars, hearts, and crowns.

Victoria mourned her husband until her death in 1901, however, her subjects had tired of the brooding decorum of the Mid-Victorian Period. By 1885, they kicked up their heels and ushered in the thriving industry of the era. Women joined the workforce and rejoiced in newfound freedoms like tennis and bicycling. As a result of this active lifestyle, women’s jewelry became smaller and lighter – rings were quite delicate.

This one is no exception. Made from 9 karat rose gold (made by using copper as an alloy), the main feature of the ring is an arch of nine square cabochon turquoise. Soldered across the top of the arch are nine gold beads, and three pearls sit beneath it. The band is dainty with small engraved accents. Simply charming.

I would wear it as a right-hand ring – most likely on my ring or middle finger. Although, it would also make a perfect non-traditional engagement ring. Modestly priced at $600, this is one antique that won’t break the bank.

Go to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

Words to Live By

September 16, 2023March 21, 2018 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and Amazing Accessories

Keep calm and carry a fabulous bag! These are words to live by. Honestly, a great handbag is like balm for a fashionista’s soul; it’s full of promise and possibility, it always fits, and like all classics – it never goes out of style.

Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Kate Spade, and Chanel – just to name a few. The mention of these names evokes extravagant imagery and often inspires retail therapy in today’s woman. But luxury handbags are not a new trend, in fact, they’ve been fashionable for over 200 years.

It often took weeks to make just one purse like this. Crafted from hundreds of tiny gold links, each one was made individually then riveted together to form the silky mesh. It glides across your skin like satin… truly incredible. The process was perfected in the Middle Ages when making chain mail armor.

This lovely bag (pictured above) was handmade in the early 1900’s. Made entirely of 14 karat yellow gold, it features a cabochon garnet thumbpiece (the button used to open it), a carrying chain, and a small matching change purse suspended from a shepherd’s hook (small curled wire) soldered inside the frame. Scripted onto the change purse is the year “1909”.

Flappers went crazy for these golden beauties in the 1920’s… especially those with decorative patterns woven into the mesh and the ones decorated with precious stone trim, like these. Rich blue sapphires are spaced by dazzling diamonds across the framework of each gold clutch.

Whiting and Davis is perhaps the most famous maker of mesh handbags of various metals from yellow gold (like those shown here) to German silver, sterling silver, and gunmetal. When the automatic mesh machine was invented in 1912, Whiting and Davis purchased the patent. They dominated the market for nearly a century.

At Joden, we have many of these unique bags in stock, in both gold and silver. This weekend and for the next few weeks, they will be on display in our front window. Come visit me! I promise you that this is a bag you have to feel to believe. I am crazy over the unique patterns and the clever clasps! You must come try it for yourself…

As always, go to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch.

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos and video by Shelly Isacco

Baubles, Bling, and the Art of Filigree Things

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

Baubles, Bling, and Amazing Accessories

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