Single cut diamonds Archive

Pick of the Week – Volume 63

August 19, 2024 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Mid Century Modern jewelry is having a moment. As the most recent era, it encompasses the years from 1945-1970 with a bit of crossover before and after. Often characteristics of previous periods carry into the next, like this unique ring. Although it was made in the 1950’s, there is no denying the Art Deco influence. Made entirely of platinum, this unique ring sits low and lovely on the finger.

A dazzling 1.05 carat round brilliant diamond winks from the center. This near colorless beauty has a clarity grade of I1. It is accented by twenty single-cut diamonds that have a combined weight of .30 carat. These diamonds are pavé-set in an elongated triangular shape, ten on each side. The Art Deco style is evident in a surprising element… six straight baguette cut diamonds are set in two horizontal rows on the top and bottom edges. These geometrically pleasing stones have a total weight of .30 carat. Both the round and baguette cut diamonds have a color and clarity grade that are comparable to that of the center stone.

This ring is an old friend and has been with us for quite awhile. The design is very pretty; however, it might leave you wondering… is it an engagement ring? Or is it a cocktail ring? An argument could be made for both cases! Measuring 9.6mm across the top, this wide ring could easily work double-duty as a combination engagement ring and wedding band. Conversely, the ring is sleek and stylish with plenty of pizzazz. It would be the perfect accessory for dinner out. Either way, it’s a decision best left to whoever purchases it.

Appraised by the International Gemological Institute of America, this ring has an insurance replacement value of $8.950.00. We’ve had it featured on our website for $6,400.00. We’d like to find the perfect home for this Mid Century Modern beauty, so we’ve selected it as a Pick of the Week. It is now available for just $5,250.00. That’s a savings of $1150.00! If you’ve had your eye on this unique ring, now’s your chance. Make it yours today.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos 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

What’s New – Volume 80

August 16, 2024August 7, 2023 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

Just last week, we shared this sapphire ring, and you guys went crazy for it. Made in the early 1940’s, it offers elements of both the Art Deco and Retro eras. Because you loved the ring, we couldn’t resist sharing these earrings. Made in the same time period, they pair perfectly with the ring.

Made from 14-karat white gold with fold-over backs, these beauties clasp snugly on the ear and stay where you put them! You could Foxtrot the night away without a single worry. Shaped to resemble a knotted bow, these dazzling darlings measure approximately .75 inches from the top to the bottom. Bringing the bling are fifty-two round single-cut diamonds. This cut utilizes just seventeen facets instead of the traditional fifty-eight. They have a decidedly vintage feel and were widely used during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These fifty -two sparklers have a combined weight of 1.75 carats.

Hinting at the Art Deco influence, there are also twelve baguette diamonds. These step-cut rectangular stones form arches on the outer sides of the bow and have a combined weight of .50 carat bringing the total diamond weight to 2.25 carats! The entire surface is decked out with gems; they glitter from every angle. Much like the sapphire ring from last week, these earrings offer a lot of look for their size. Shown on the ear, they’re very wearable.

Reasonably priced at $2,150.00, they’re the latest addition to our antique & estate department. You can find them on our website or in the store. Stop by and check them out for yourself.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles and Bling with Unbelievable Pricing

Baubles, Bling and Art Deco Rings

Baubles, Bling and the Latest Things

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