Rose-cut diamonds Archive

Joe’s Special Box Meets Pick of the Week – Volume 67

February 10, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

Oftentimes, we acquire a piece that is reminiscent of something we already have; not like twins separated at birth, more like cousins. There’s a strong family resemblance, and they definitely work well together but also offer their own unique personality and charm. A couple of months ago, the loveliest pair of earrings became part of our antique and estate collection.

Made from a glorious pairing of low-karat gold and silver, these earrings dangle enchantingly from the ear. A dainty white pearl is affixed to the top of the post. (The post itself is modern, made from 14-karat yellow gold. A fair assessment would be that the earrings were originally non-pieced and were converted at a later date. The remainder of the earrings is authentic and original.) Just below the pearl is a stem of four rose cut diamonds, each one in a collet setting.

Finally, my favorite portion of the earrings is the small flower at the base. I’m a sucker for daisies – and this is no exception. Sixteen rose cut diamonds have been expertly fitted into the eight petals that surround the natural pearl center. A subtle patina has added a slight color to the surface of the metal, allowing the diamonds to pop. Made near the 1860’s, these ethereal beauties are early Victorian. The forty rose-cut diamonds have a combined weight of approximately .40 carat and offer the perfect amount of sparkle. Dancing enchantingly from each ear, these earrings are available for $1500.00.

As soon as I saw the earrings, my mind instantly flashed back to another early Victorian flower. Featured in a blog a few years ago, this silver and gold beauty is also covered in rose-cut diamonds… forty-eight of them, in fact. Sparkling with every turn, they’re prong-set into two graduated rows of petals. These primitively cut gems offer 2.00 carats of brilliance. I love the rich, dark patina that has developed on the surface of the silver. It’s the ideal complement to the bright, white diamonds. The final touch is a singular creamy white pearl nestled in the center of the blossom.

The pin stem has a threaded mechanism that attaches it to the back of the flower. Removable features like this often indicate that the piece was once able to be worn in multiple ways. Perhaps the flower threaded onto a pendant, or even a ring. It’s a mystery that can never be solved. This brooch has been on our site for quite a while, priced at $3,500.00. Today, we’re changing that. As a Pick of the Week, we are now offering it for just $2,500 – a savings of $1,000.00!

These two pieces aren’t identically matched. Each one has details that make it special and each one is lovely in its own rite… but together, they’re magical. With today’s price drop, you can make BOTH pieces yours for just $4,000.00 – it’s a deal too good to pass up.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photography by Dana Jerpe

Pick of the Week – Volume 66

January 24, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

This special edition of our weekly blog postings is reserved for true treasures that have been a part of our collection for an extended period of time. These old favorites have long been overlooked for one reason or another. This week’s selection is so lovely, I cannot fathom why we still have it. In fact, I’m completely mystified.

Albeit sizable, this Edwardian pendant offers ethereal charm from every angle. Because it was created from platinum, a dense and very ductile precious metal, the artist was able to achieve a light and airy framework. Platinum, strong and malleable, was the only choice to craft the delicate, lacy patterns that early 20th century jewelry was known for. Studying the pendant from behind, there is no doubt that the framework was made specifically for a uniquely cut gem.

The overall shape of the pendant resembles a heart (minus the divot at the top) with swirling vines and scintillating sparkle. Seventy-three rose cut diamonds are sprinkled throughout the filigree frame; combined, these diamonds have a total weight of 1.25 carats. As I mentioned before, this framework was made with a very specifically-shaped spot in the center… the hexagonal hole has been set with a deep purple step-cut amethyst. The color of royalty and weighing approximately 25.00 carats, this gemstone is the crowning glory of this Edwardian pendant.

We have had this beauty for some time, in fact, I blogged about it once before in a post titled “Feeling Fancy Friday“. We have paired it with a vintage 14-karat white gold chain that measures 24-inches in length. The chain features an alternating pattern of elongated open links and oval links with scrolled centers. The pendant could also be worn on a short chain for an evening look. It’s hard to believe that no one has snagged this antique treasure! The only objection I can imagine anyone making would be the price. And so, we’ve decided to remedy that. Previously available on our site for $5,650.00, we are now offering it for just $4,750.00! If you’ve had your eye on this old favorite, now is the time to make it yours. ♥

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photography by Dana Jerpe

This or That – Volume 10

November 17, 2023 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Art Deco Rings

Let’s play an easy little game where you choose between two things…

14-karat or 18-karat?
Subtle Style or Statement Piece?
Natural or Imitation?

In the 10th edition of “This or That,” we are waffling between a dynamic duo of Art Deco rings. Although they have many similarities – there are also some minute differences that just might tip the scale one way or the other.

Let’s compare… both rings were made in the Art Deco era – the years between 1915-1935. Arguably the most popular period, Art Deco jewelry was influenced by architecture featuring geometric patterns with straight lines, squares and other shapes to created stunning designs. Both rings have a rectangular shape accented by blue sapphires and diamonds.

So much the same and yet so different. We first shared this beauty a few months ago, featuring it on our social media and our website. It’s made from 18-karat white gold. The elongated rectangle sits east to west across the finger with a series of four french-cut natural Ceylon sapphires spanning the center. These bright blue gems have a combined weight of 1.oo carat. Surrounding them are twenty-four rose cut diamonds that offer .60 carat of shimmering sparkle. Priced at $2,400.00 – it’s available now.

This newly acquired stunner is made from 14-karat white gold. Much like the first ring, this piece also has french cut sapphires across the center… however, there are only three and these ones are synthetic. Many people assume that because a ring is antique, the stones must be natural. In reality, imitation stones were first made in the 1870’s! And so, although these sapphires aren’t earth-mined, they are original to the ring. Set in two rows on either side of the center are six single-cut diamonds that have a combined weight of .20 carat. This ring is also available on our site, priced at just $1,450.00.

And so… whether you prefer 14-karat or 18-karat white gold; or whether natural Ceylon sapphires or imitation sapphires suit your fancy… we have a ring for you. With both beauties featured on our site, the choice is yours. Will you select the subtle style of this 18-karat white gold charmer with natural blue sapphires or perhaps you’re crazy for that 14-karat white gold statement ring with imitation sapphires. This or that?

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

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Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

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Baubles, Bling and Art Deco Rings

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