Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling, and The Latest Things
This romantic beauty arrived just in time to help us celebrate Love Day! Created in 1870 (noted by the patent stamp on the back of the bail), this Victorian pendant is a fresh find in the Joden estate department. The rosy hue of the 18-karat gold frame is the perfect complement to the warm reddish brown tone of the chalcedony cameo pendant.
Most cameos depict a side profile of a man or a woman… not so in this case. This unusual carving offers whimsical charm in the form of a cupid cameo. Complete with his signature bow and arrow, this winged Roman god of love presents superior sculpting. Each detail is crisp and precise as he pulls his arm back to load the classic recurve style bow with a sharply pointed arrow… perfectly poised to strike his next unsuspecting target.
A simple turn reveals that this Victorian piece is reversible, offering two completely different looks. The back side is fitted with a large oval piece of bloodstone (a.k.a. heliotrope). This stone was a popular choice of Victorian artisans. It presents a deep green color dotted with flecks of red.
Cupid’s arrow definitely struck us the moment we saw this beautiful pendant. We’re in love from top to bottom and front to back. The rich details of the carving combined with the ornate frame are simply too good. Splurge on the versatility of this antique gem for Valentine’s Day or any day. Moderately priced at $3,500.00, it’s available on our site… enjoy two great looks for the price of one!
“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
