Cocktail ring Archive

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Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Mid Century Modern jewelry is having a moment. As the most recent era, it encompasses the years from 1945-1970 with a bit of crossover before and after. Often characteristics of previous periods carry into the next, like this unique ring. Although it was made in the 1950’s, there is no denying the Art Deco influence. Made entirely of platinum, this unique ring sits low and lovely on the finger.

A dazzling 1.05 carat round brilliant diamond winks from the center. This near colorless beauty has a clarity grade of I1. It is accented by twenty single-cut diamonds that have a combined weight of .30 carat. These diamonds are pavé-set in an elongated triangular shape, ten on each side. The Art Deco style is evident in a surprising element… six straight baguette cut diamonds are set in two horizontal rows on the top and bottom edges. These geometrically pleasing stones have a total weight of .30 carat. Both the round and baguette cut diamonds have a color and clarity grade that are comparable to that of the center stone.

This ring is an old friend and has been with us for quite awhile. The design is very pretty; however, it might leave you wondering… is it an engagement ring? Or is it a cocktail ring? An argument could be made for both cases! Measuring 9.6mm across the top, this wide ring could easily work double-duty as a combination engagement ring and wedding band. Conversely, the ring is sleek and stylish with plenty of pizzazz. It would be the perfect accessory for dinner out. Either way, it’s a decision best left to whoever purchases it.

Appraised by the International Gemological Institute of America, this ring has an insurance replacement value of $8.950.00. We’ve had it featured on our website for $6,400.00. We’d like to find the perfect home for this Mid Century Modern beauty, so we’ve selected it as a Pick of the Week. It is now available for just $5,250.00. That’s a savings of $1150.00! If you’ve had your eye on this unique ring, now’s your chance. Make it yours today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Cocktail Rings

Stone setting, gold soldering, laser welding, rhodium plating, ring sizing… all of these things and more happen in our shop every day. With two full-time master bench jewelers, we have been providing the finest quality jewelry repair and restoration for nearly fifty years.

In our never-ending quest to fill our cases with drool-worthy vintage gems and jewels, we often stumble across pieces that are in need of a little love… perhaps a diamond needs tightened or a prong needs re-tipped. Occasionally, exceptional pieces receive a total renovation. Our specialists breath new life into the time worn treasures.

I pulled each piece of this Mid-Century Modern trio from a small square box; carefully etched onto each corner with painstaking precision are the words “New Goods”. It’s a cache of the most recent acquisitions including these spectacular cocktail rings fresh from the shop.

The term “cocktail ring” was coined during the prohibition years. Secret parties were held, serving forbidden alcoholic beverages. Women’s roles were changing in their households as well as society. When these ladies arrived at a taboo get-together – they ARRIVED – dressed to the nines with diamonds dripping off their fingers. Sporting a giant sparkler on your right hand was a way to declare that you were more than a wife, more than the rings on your left hand.

Bold open designs combine with swirling lines and bursts of diamonds to create an Old Hollywood look. These asymmetrical beauties feature round and fancy shaped diamonds accented by beaded edges, delicate engraving, and even more diamonds. Imagine showing up to a party wearing one them on your right hand! Make your own statement… pricing begins at $1350.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Pick of the Week – Volume 63

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Make a Statement

Baubles, Bling, and Cocktail Rings

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