Diamond anniversary band Archive

Joden Girl

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Sometimes writing blogs forces me to look at a particular piece of jewelry with fresh eyes; I have to sit aside any and all preconceived notions and study it as if it were the first time. This week is a prime example… our chosen ring was one of the very first pieces added to our shoppable website.

Overflowing with details, this ring is made from 14-karat white gold by Divine. Founded in 1955, this family owned-and-operated business has long been recognized in the jewelry world as a respected source of beautiful signature engagement rings. “The DIVINE detail can be seen in every piece” – this slogan has served them well for more than three generations.

Featuring a diamond halo, hand-engraved band, three different diamond cuts, milgrain-beaded edges and multiple setting techniques – this ring is absolutely packed with detail. Combining the round brilliants in the halo with those in the band, there are fifty-two in total with a complete weight of .46 carat. A matched pair of baguettes spice up the otherwise ordinary halo with an additional .10 carat of bling. Finally, held in place with four prongs is the center stone – a 1.22 carat Asscher-cut diamond (also known as a square emerald-cut). This diamond has a color grade of I-J and a clarity grade of VS1-2. It is not an exaggeration to say that this ring glitters from every angle.

Personally, as an engagement ring, it’s a little over-the-top for my taste. I like a vintage style that accentuates the center stone. Viewed from the top, this modern marvel is blur of sparkle. From afar, it’s nearly impossible to differentiate the Asscher cut center from the remainder of the ring. In fact, it looks more like a band than an engagement ring! By simply moving this ring from my left hand to my right, I am suddenly seeing it in a whole new light. It’s perfect as an anniversary band or even a right-hand ring.

Whether you see it as an engagement style or an anniversary band, you’re going to LOVE learning that it has a new and updated price. Previously available for $9,185.00, we just lowered the price to $7,650.00! Take advantage of the savings and add some sparkle to your holiday today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and a 1950’s Ring

Turn back the clock… let’s go back to the ’50’s. Elvis was on the radio, gas was .18 cents a gallon, and no one had ever heard of cell phones. A new house cost about $8500 and a new car was just $1500. Families were moving out of the city and into the suburbs. There was a 12″ black & white TV in every living room, a Diners Club card in every wallet, and milk was delivered to your doorstep. It sounds… dreamy.

Call me old-fashioned or maybe even crazy, but it seems like a little piece of heaven. Homemaking was a career in and of itself. Children were delivered to school – on foot as most families only had one car if at all. Then it was on to food shopping (done daily as everything was fresh) – women visited the butcher, the grocer, and the green grocer. Then laundry, cleaning, sewing and knitting – just to name a few! These women took great pride in their home and families. Many times I have lamented the fact that I was born in the wrong decade.

I can see myself in a classic floral print shirtwaist dress (with an apron over top), sensible flats, and this ring on my left hand. The wider width and larger diamond center have the appeal of a two piece bridal set wrapped up in the simplicity of a single ring. The style of this piece gives a nod to Art Deco style with a decidedly modern twist. The center boasts a bright .33 carat round brilliant diamond. An alternating pattern of leaves and diagonal strips create a lacy pierced design. Twelve more round diamonds are sprinkled throughout this Mid-Century Modern gem – adding an additional .30 carats to this beauty.

I am a smitten kitten, no doubt. There are so many possibilities… wear it as an engagement ring or a wedding band. It makes an ideal anniversary band or even a right-hand ring. Add it to your favorite stack or wear it alone for effortless appeal.

Here’s the BEST part… it won’t break the bank! Originally priced at $1,650 – this ring has been price reduced for a quick sale. It’s available now for just $980! Yep – you read that right… .63 carats of vintage bling for less than a thousand dollars. Make it yours today. **Update** This ring has sold.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Pick of the Week Holiday Edition – Volume Six

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

The Fabulous Fifties

Baubles, Bling, and a 1950’s Ring

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