Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things
Oftentimes, we acquire a piece that is reminiscent of something we already have; not like twins separated at birth, more like cousins. There’s a strong family resemblance, and they definitely work well together but also offer their own unique personality and charm. A couple of months ago, the loveliest pair of earrings became part of our antique and estate collection.
Made from a glorious pairing of low-karat gold and silver, these earrings dangle enchantingly from the ear. A dainty white pearl is affixed to the top of the post. (The post itself is modern, made from 14-karat yellow gold. A fair assessment would be that the earrings were originally non-pieced and were converted at a later date. The remainder of the earrings is authentic and original.) Just below the pearl is a stem of four rose cut diamonds, each one in a collet setting.
Finally, my favorite portion of the earrings is the small flower at the base. I’m a sucker for daisies – and this is no exception. Sixteen rose cut diamonds have been expertly fitted into the eight petals that surround the natural pearl center. A subtle patina has added a slight color to the surface of the metal, allowing the diamonds to pop. Made near the 1860’s, these ethereal beauties are early Victorian. The forty rose-cut diamonds have a combined weight of approximately .40 carat and offer the perfect amount of sparkle. Dancing enchantingly from each ear, these earrings are available for $1500.00.
These two pieces aren’t identically matched. Each one has details that make it special and each one is lovely in its own rite… but together, they’re magical. With today’s price drop, you can make BOTH pieces yours for just $4,000.00 – it’s a deal too good to pass up.
“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photography by Dana Jerpe
