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High Maintenance?

September 9, 2023June 18, 2017 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and Pristine Rings

A wedding band is the most significant piece of jewelry you will ever wear. Most people are incredibly attached to their band; some never take it off. Until they have to… usually for sizing or repair. I have had customers employ some bizarre tactics to get a too-small ring off, everything from slathering their finger with saliva to squirting some Windex on the ring to help it slide over the knuckle. Occasionally, a ring is SO tight that we actually have to cut it off. Imagine a tiny saw-blade zipping through these beautiful scrolls and swirls.

Wedding bands have evolved over the years – plain gold bands are no longer the norm. Bands are often bedazzled with diamonds or gemstones like sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Sometimes they feature design techniques like a beaded milgrain edge, open filigree work, or a brushed satin finish, like each of these.

While these rings are crafted with care and designed for daily wear, they still need regular check-ups. At Joden, we always recommend routine maintenance… twice a year is a good rule of thumb. Our team includes two master craftsman with over 75 years of combined experience. Their savvy skills will keep your jewelry looking like new, even if it’s over 100 years old.

Come to Joden, where our expertise is your advantage. Click on the photos to get all the details about the gorgeous bands shown here. And don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter and have Joden Girl delivered straight to your inbox.

“Got to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

The Power of Three

September 9, 2023June 9, 2017 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and Three Stone Rings

Call it lucky. Maybe even magical. There’s no denying that the number three is symbolic. Many notions have been associated with the number… everything from religious connotations to ancient superstition. The ideas have even permeated the jewelry world. Three stone rings have often been described as “Past, Present, and Future” pieces. So, whether it’s the symbolism that draws you in or simply the intrinsic beauty, these rings are just too good to miss!

This stunning trio offers all the best elements of the early 1900’s – handcrafted design, expertly executed filigree work, and a perfectly placed pop of color. Factor in the “three-stone” element, then ask yourself this… “What’s not to love?”

Get an eyeful of this little enchantress! Milgrain details bring delicate filigree edges to life with tiny hand-faceted beads that sparkle like diamonds. To fashion that “three stone” style, the center diamond is flanked by a pair of French cut synthetic blue sapphires (Many people don’t know that synthetic stones were common during the Art Deco period!). The burst of blue makes the ring even more enticing. Available now for just $1100.00.

Soft white gold blends with the warmth of yellow gold to create this classic beauty. The ring sparkles with a pair of European Cut diamonds and a synthetic ruby center. Four leaf-life accents perform supporting roles, each one with a faceted diamond center. Go to our site and check it out for yourself.

If you love vintage jewelry, but color isn’t your thing, then this third ring is the charm! From the heart of the Art Deco period, you’ll love the graceful lines of this elegant ring. Three Old European Cut diamonds set across the top give this piece that time-honored “three stone” appeal. This ring is a perfect fit for just $900.00.

On the count of three, come to Joden and make one of these rings yours! And don’t forget to subscribe to Joden Girl to have it delivered straight to your inbox. Just click on the newsletter link and sign-up now.

“Got to our site and look, then come to Joden and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

Serendipity

September 9, 2023February 10, 2017 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling, and Forever Rings

When David (my husband) and I first started talking about engagement rings, my original thought was random and a bit irrational. Even then (18 plus years ago), I worked at Joden – a fact that influenced my engagement ring journey in more ways than one. Working here, we handle quite large diamonds on a daily basis. I had become very spoiled. My first thought went something like this – “Let’s buy the biggest diamond we can afford! I want a really big diamond!” As you can imagine this thought was not very popular with David… not only for financial reasons, but also because he wanted me to have a ring with character. A forever ring.

This is the thought that led me to set aside a radiant diamond that weighed 1.26 carats but actually looked much larger, closer to 2.00 carats. David hated it immediately. And to be blunt, I didn’t love it either. But it LOOKED big! I stuck with it for several weeks – until I laid eyes on my ring. One day I walked into Joe’s office, and there it was just laying on a black velvet tray. As soon as I put it on my finger, I knew it was the ring. The decision had little to do with the size of the diamond and everything to do with the way I felt when I looked at the ring.

If I were getting engaged today, I would choose a ring the same way – by the way it makes me feel. This picture features two rings that would be top contenders for me…

The first ring is an authentic Edwardian ring from 1915 with a rose-cut diamond center stone. That alone makes the ring unique. Add in the fine filigree detailing on the sides of the ring, the exquisite engraving that extends down the shoulders, and the tiny milgrain beads that create a knife edge at the peak of the band – it’s a rare beauty. The photos do not do justice to this piece, you NEED to see this ring in person! But you better hurry… priced at just $6500, it won’t last long.

This ring, from the early 1940’s is all about the multicolor gold. Rose gold scrolls support the kite shaped white gold segments that flank the center diamond – each one hand engraved with a floral-esque pattern. The yellow gold shank makes this ring a perfect trifecta of golden loveliness. If you’re a Retro girl, this ring is for you. It’s available on our site for only $4700.00.

And finally, for the irrational twenty-something girl who is still inside me somewhere, here’s the “big” diamond that has stolen my heart…

A vision of Art Deco perfection, this 6.58 carat diamond is absolutely stunning. I cannot do justice to this ring with mere words. Let me just add this… with an appraised value of $196,245.00, what could possibly be better? Come in and experience the luxury for yourself.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Shelly Isacco

Baubles, Bling, and Pristine Rings

Baubles, Bling, and Three Stone Rings

Baubles, Bling, and Forever Rings

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