Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Thing
In the era of cinching in waists with a whalebone corsets tight enough to break ribs, it should come as no surprise that Victorian ladies were crazy about navette rings. This French term translates to “little boat” – a reference to the shape of a small water vessel. The shape in question is an elongated marquise. It was one of the most popular style of the 1800’s, and for good reason. These rings are absolutely charming. Some of the larger navette rings stretched from knuckle to knuckle, while others were the perfect size for a petite pinky.
These elegant beauties frequently boasted multiple small gemstones… each one was more lovely than the last. Some were bedazzled in nothing but Old Mine Cut diamonds – glittering from top to bottom. Others may have had a small ruby, emerald, or sapphire in the center of all those diamonds. I’ve even seen a few that were decked out in seed pearls and turquoise for a quieter appeal. The shape (thought to elongate the finger) was ultrafeminine and oh-so-elegant.
This pretty little thing arrived just in time to capture our hearts. Made from 14-karat rosy gold, this ring measures 5/8 of an inch from tip to tip. Three old cut rubies line the center. Showcasing a bright raspberry tone, these rubies have a combined weight of .50 carat. Surrounding those gems are sixteen Old Mine cut diamonds. Forming a perfect oval halo, these diamonds have a combined weight of .50 carat. Old Mine Cut diamonds were known to sparkle the most in candlelight; they were ideal for every ball and event of the season.
Simply sweet and so petite, this ring is a finger size 3. Not to worry – it can be sized! Made more than a century ago, this ring is in great condition. It’s available for just $1,050.00. Drop by and check it out!
“You can go to a museum and look or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
