Diamond band Archive

A Thing of Beauty

September 20, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and a Perfectly Lovely Ring

We love sharing “WOW” pieces… those breath-taking jewels that our followers go crazy for. These are the true one-of-a-kind antique wonders, the larger-than-life diamond rings, and phenomenal gem-fine colored stones. Often, these are the posts that blow-up… there will be countless likes, endless comments and more than one private message. The comments range anywhere from the most mundane “beautiful” to a snarky “too rich for my blood”. Showstoppers like this get shared multiple times with similar results. Often placed with private collector and select clientele, we sell our share of those rare beauties.

However, there’s no question that the posts that sell themselves are the unique diamond bands. Whether it be Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco, these whimsical darlings sell every single time. There’s something so appealing about the history that could be wrapped up in a vintage wedding or anniversary band! Dana and I always have an eye out for bands with unusual details like flowers, bows, or engraving like this sweet little ring.

Crafted in the late 1930’s, this three-stone style band is made from 14-karat white gold. Three European cut diamonds span the center, each one prong set inside a square border. An additional pair of single-cut diamonds are set on the outermost edges of this trio. Combined, these five diamonds have a total weight of 1.00 carat. Near colorless, these diamonds have an average clarity grade of SI1-2. The shoulders of the ring are decorated with milgrain beaded lines, delicate scrollwork and tiny clusters of white gold beads.

On the hand, this Art Deco band offers great presence. It can be worn alone, or stacked with one or two of your favorite rings. Currently measuring a size 6.75, our expert jeweler can fit it to nearly any finger. Living in a throw-away society has really made us appreciate the craftsmanship of eras gone by. Instead of buying something brand new, choose the value and chic style offered by a great piece of estate jewelry… a thing of beauty. With decades of life left in it, this diamond band is priced at just $1,750.00! Soon to be added to our website, check it out while it’s still available!

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Bold Bling

August 9, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Statement Things

Many stores offer a “wishlist”… a line-up of products that you love but aren’t quite ready to purchase yet. It’s a great tool for big retailers like Amazon and Target – stores that sell products that are mass produced. Even some jewelry stores have a wishlist program, tagging must-haves like stud earrings, tennis bracelets and statement rings. At Joden, nearly all of our pieces are one-of-a-kind, a fact that makes wishlists challenging. Because we specialize in antique and estate jewelry, we rarely have two of the exact same thing. That being said, we do have hundreds of wish-worthy jewels like these two bold rings.

If you want to make a statement – look no further. Both of these rings speak volumes about personal style and design aesthetic. Measuring an expansive 18.7mm wide, the all diamond band is made entirely of 18-karat yellow gold. A close-up study shows a unique pattern of channel setting that resembles a hedge maze. Five horizontal rows intersect with five right angles in geometric glory! Set within the gold channels are fifty-eight princess cut diamonds. These diamonds have a combined weight of 5.82 carats. Bright white, these sparklers have an average color grade of E-F and an average clarity grade of VS. The ring tapers slightly, from 18.7mm to 12mm at the back. This allows for a more comfortable fit. Measuring a finger size 7.5, this ring cannot be sized. It is priced at $6,500.00.

The second ring is a bit narrower, but still makes quite an impression. Also made from 18-karat yellow gold, this band consists of five rows of channel set gemstones. The two outside rows are set with a series of princess cut diamonds with each row containing ten square diamonds. Combined, these diamonds offer 2.00 carats of scintillating sparkle. Near colorless, these diamonds have an average clarity grade of VS. Nestled between the diamonds are three horizontal rows of square-cut rubies. These natural gemstones appear to be pigeon blood in color, a hue that is recognized as the finest color of ruby. There are twelve gems in each row for a total of thirty-six rubies with a combined weight of 4.50 carats. Measuring 16mm at the top, this band tapers to just shy of 10mm at the back. It measures at a finger size 9.5 and cannot be sized. Priced at $5,000.00, this ring is true statement jewelry.

Either of these bands could be worn as a wedding ring, an anniversary band or a right hand ring. I love a wide band on an index or middle finger! No matter how you wear them, these eye-catching beauties are sure to get some tongues wagging! Add one to your personal wishlist today… they’re available in our showroom. Call or dm to claim one for yourself.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

From Here to Eternity

April 19, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Endless Things

Eternity bands… how do you feel about them? Are you Team Yes (give me ALL the diamonds!) or Team No (keep the diamonds on top, where I can enjoy them)? Admittedly, there are pros and cons of these endless rings of scintillating sparkle. Let’s make a list…

Pros:

Eternity bands are trés romantic! The diamonds encircle the finger with no beginning and no end. Endless diamonds = endless love.
If the ring spins around on the hand, no one would ever know! It looks the same all the way around.
More diamonds means more sparkle!
These unique beauties are often custom made, allowing for creativity and personalized style.

Cons:

An eternity band can be more expensive than a band with diamonds only on a portion of the ring.
Eternity bands are more difficult (and sometimes impossible) to size.
With diamonds all the way around, the stones themselves see more wear and tear than a half-round style.
Often, eternity bands are thicker to accommodate the depth of the stones. Some may find this to be uncomfortable.

Personally, I love eternity bands. I have been wearing my wedding ring since August of 2000, nearly twenty-four years. Perhaps I’m a hopeless romantic – I get the warm fuzzies just looking at my ring. I had a similar reaction when I saw this week’s featured piece for the first time.

Made entirely of platinum, this wide band reminds me of antique lace. The edges are scalloped, waving up and down. There are six small sections, each one features a unique combination of diamond shapes and sizes: one pear-shape, three marquises and five rounds. Combined, the six pear-shapes have a weight of .60 carat, the eighteen marquise diamonds have a weight of 1.50 carats, and the thirty rounds have a total weight of .60 carat. That’s 2.70 carats of endless sparkle!

Like Cinderella’s slipper, this beauty must be a perfect fit. It is a size six, and cannot be sized. The band has a silky-smooth interior and is quite comfortable to wear.

If you love a great eternity band AND you wear a size six, this band is simply too good to resist. It’s a stunning Mid Century Modern design, made in the 1960’s. Priced at $4,350.00, it’s available now. Give us a call to claim it today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and a Perfectly Lovely Ring

Baubles, Bling and Statement Things

Baubles, Bling and Endless Things

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