Golden Gifts

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Favored Things

The price of gold skyrocketing to higher and higher heights each day.  In fact, the only thing growing faster than the price of gold is the demand for gold jewelry.  As we inch closer to the biggest gift-giving holiday of the year, there’s no question that by December 24th, we will have boxed and sold more yellow gold jewelry than in the past twenty years.  Rope chains, cross pendants, link bracelets, hoop earrings, wedding bands and more will have been carefully selected for that special someone.

Gold is enduring.  It warms to the touch.  Gold is timeless.  To give a gift of gold is to create an heirloom of the future.  Not only will the recipient treasure the gift, but you will be able to enjoy your gift being worn and loved.  A recent acquisition, this bracelet is very gift-worthy.

Measuring 7.25 inches from end to end, this curb link bracelet is golden elegance.  Centered in the middle of the thirty-six links is an oval-shaped section.  Bezel set within the oval is a cabochon ruby.  This deep red gemstone weighs approximately 1.25 carats.  Nestled within the bezel are four round brilliant diamonds.  Located to either side of the center are two identical links, one with a cabochon emerald center and one with a cabochon sapphire center.  Each of these gemstones also weigh approximately 1.25 carats.  Combined, the twelve diamonds have a total weight of .18 carat.

Suitable for frequent wear, this golden beauty is priced at $2,200.00… a generous gift by anyone’s standards.  This and so much more can be found on our website and in our store.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

What’s New – Volume 95

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

On a scale of my most to least favorite types of jewelry, bracelets come in near or at the bottom.  I like to look at them, and I want to wear them – but somehow, they end up laying in a puddle on my desk before I’ve finished my first cup of tea.  

I used to think it was because I have a small wrist.  I wear a six-inch bracelet as opposed to the standard seven-inch length.  But, with an in-house bench jeweler – I could easily have a bracelet adjusted to fit.  I also discovered that there are a lot of custom-sized (both shorter and longer) bracelets in antique jewelry.  So, it would seem that the wrist size was just a cop out.  In my heart of hearts, I’m really a ring and earring girl.

Recently, we acquired a really lovely piece that has me giving bracelets a second look.  Made entirely of 18-karat, this beauty was made in the late 1800’s, near the turn of the century.  There are seventeen individual links…  nine of them feature two interlocking whiplash lines with a small cornflower blue sapphire set in the center.  Each bright blue gem is set within a smooth-edged bezel – combined these nine stones have a total weight of .75 carat.  

Alternating with those links are eight small floral blossoms.  Three-dimensional and lifelike, each tiny flower has five petals.  Marking the center of each one is a small natural pearl.  It’s a Victorian vibe with hints of Art Nouveau – a truly glorious combination.  It measures a generous 7.5 inches with a cleverly hidden clasp.  For a smaller size wrist, it could be adjusted.  Super sweet and in superb condition, this bracelet is on our site for just $2,350.00.  

At the end of the day, I’m still a ring and earring girl.  I can appreciate a great bracelet and might even take one for a spin now and again.  This beauty deserves full-time love and appreciation.  If you’re a true bracelet lover, hop on over to our site and make this one yours.  

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

What’s New – Volume 91

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

Last week we talked about 2024 being the celebration of bold, statement pieces.  Chunky but still elegant gold jewelry is the look of today.  Every jewelry box needs a great gold bracelet.  It’s cool with jeans and a sweater.  It looks divine with a little black dress.  Your gold bracelet will pair perfectly with absolutely everything. 

This bracelet is an ideal choice.  Measuring over half an inch wide, it’s constructed entirely of 14-karat yellow gold.  Resembling a paper chain, four rows of eighty-four links each lay side by side.   Nestled in the middle is a continuous line of cornflower blue sapphires.  Set in four prongs each, these sixty-five stones plus an additional seven in the clasp have a total weight of 2.00 carats.  

With a clasp this gorgeous, it can either be worn on the top or the bottom.  It is simultaneously mechanically sound and aesthetically pleasing.  A simple squeeze of the two buttons releases the catch and the bracelet opens.  Squeeze them again, connect the ends and you’re ready to go!  The open, airy design feels as good as it looks.  Measuring a full 7.75 inches in length, this beauty is available now for $3,850.00.  Stop by or call us to claim it!

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

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