Signature Series – Volume 16

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

“At David Yurman, creativity, innovation, and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do.  Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design.  The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand.”

David Yurman is one of the most well-known and readily recognized jewelry designers in the modern era.  Their sleek, contemporary motifs created in sterling silver and 18-karat yellow gold have been sought after by stylish men and women since opening their doors in 1980.  

As an estate jeweler, we are often able to offer great pieces from iconic brands at an incredible price.  The most recent additions to our estate department were simply too good not to share.  From the Chiclet Collection, we have this must-have pair of 18-karat yellow gold petite hoops.  Each one is comprised of seven bezel-set gemstones.  Combined, there are eight cushion-shaped citrines that have a total weight of 2.30 carats and six round citrines that have a total weight of 1.50 carats.  The cushions feature checkerboard-faceted tops.  

Alternating back and forth between the two shapes, these sparkling stones display a variety of hues  – deep golds, warm oranges and greenish-yellow.  Available elsewhere for upwards of $1,250.00 – we are offering these beauties on our site for just $1,050.00!  

This ring is from a current David Yurman line – the Crossover Collection.  “Intertwined strands of cable symbolize David and Sybil Yurman’s love and shared artistic vision.”  The words from the DY site eloquently describe the inspiration for the collection.  Every piece in the Crossover line is an engagement ring.  A singular fine diamond is situated at the apex of a pair of intersecting cable bands.  Our ring features a .92 carat round brilliant center stone.

Bright white, this diamond is an F-G in color and a VS2 in clarity.  A twist on the classic solitaire, this engagement is simple perfection.  It glides over the knuckle with ease and rest comfortably at the base of the finger.  

The cable bands are made from 18-karat yellow gold and the diamond is secured in a four-prong platinum head.  Seal your engagement with this elegant ring – it’s available on our site for just $4,800.00. 

If you love designer jewelry but not those designer prices, then estate jewelry is for you.  For those of you new to the game, the term “estate” refers to a piece of jewelry that is pre-owned.  Subscribe to the blog and discover more fabulous finds like these.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 67

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

As soon as I saw this delicate little necklace (curled up in a pile of golden deliciousness on Joe’s desk), I nabbed it.  I am ALWAYS on the lookout for blog pieces…  it’s a never-ending quest.  Even now, after more than 200 blogs later, I still can’t guess which pieces will resound with you.  Instead, I choose the things that speak to me and hope that somehow they will appeal to you as well.

And so, here we are with this late Victorian gem.  Twenty-five golden pins dangle from an interlocking cable link chain.  They graduate in size, with the largest one in the center.  It measures approximately one inch in length, and the smallest one is just a half inch.  It lays perfectly on the neck – a requisite for me.  Comfort is key.  Usually, by the end of the workday, I have discarded my jewelry in a tiny pile on the corner of my desk…  hoop earrings that got too heavy, a bracelet that clanged against my keyboard, or perhaps a ring that wore out it’s welcome on my hand.  But this beauty has been clasped around my neck for nearly four hours now and I barely know it’s there.  It’s effortless.  And that is something to smile about.  Make it yours for just $740.00.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Fringe Benefits

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and Bohemian Things

 For the last three months, I have worn nothing but soft cotton dresses, sandals, oversize hoop earrings and long necklaces.  It’s my go to summer outfit.  All I need to do is swap out the sandals for boots and add a pair of leggings, and the look transfers seamlessly to crisp Autumn weather.

These three necklaces are ideal choices – they work with dresses.  They work with chunky sweaters.  They just work!  They’re a little bit vintage and a little bit bohemian… 

 

I have shown you guys several different conversion pieces, and here are two more…  The large amethyst and seed pearl center section was probably once a brooch – but now is the star of this necklace.  By adding some faceted amethyst beads, engraved silver accents, and a pearl tassel – suddenly, it’s current and trendy with a little antique appeal.  Available now for $2700.  The second piece was created by combining a single Victorian chandelier earring with a modern seed pearl tassel.  It can be yours for just $1700.

I am in love with this authentic 1920’s woven piece!  From the checkerboard patterns to the tips of that fringe at the bottom – it amazes me how something that’s nearly 100 years old can be so contemporary and chic…  all yours for just $1750.00.

Take your wardrobe to the next level with a one of a kind piece from Joden. 

Go to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch. 

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

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