Tiffany & co. brooch Archive

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

The tradition of gifting bouquets of flowers dates back thousands of years. The ancient societies of the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians used flowers to help tell a story, as decorations in ceremonies and also to show love and affection. These traditions have remained. In fact, they’ve been adopted all around the world.

Victorians even went so far as to use flowers to convey discreet messages. Some thoughts and feelings were sent simply by the color of the blossom… red for passion and love, pink for grace and innocence, yellow for friendship and white for purity. More definitive feelings were emoted by specific buds… daffodils for unrequited love, violets for faithfulness, honeysuckle for devoted affection, and even basil for hatred.

One thing that all of those blossoms have in common is that in due time, they wither and eventually die. There is not a single botanical bud that can live forever. Perhaps that’s why many artisans have created breathtaking pieces of jewelry that showcase flowers.

This recent acquisition by the iconic Tiffany & Co. is one of the loveliest I have ever seen. Made from a beautiful combination of 18-karat yellow gold and platinum, this bouquet brings together three of the same flower. Devoid of leaves, it’s a simple trio of bursting blooms and sleek stems. Each flower is a round cluster of twenty-eight volute-shaped petals. Nestled deep with the center of the blossom is a singular round brilliant diamond surrounded by six sapphires. Combined, the three diamonds offer .12 carat of shimmering sparkle while the eighteen sapphires have a total weight of .90 carat. Small in size, this beauty can be worn with anything. Pair it with your favorite jeans, clasp it onto a silken scarf, or even clip it to a cable-knit beanie. There are as many options as there are flowers in a field.

If you’ve always wanted to give a bouquet of flowers that would last forever, what better way than with this charming brooch. Classically casual and stylishly chic, it’s priced at a bit more than a dozen roses… you can pin these flowers to your lapel for just $1,680.00. Make it yours by visiting our website or stopping by our 144 South Broad Street showroom.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Signed Things

Nearly two hundred years ago, Charles Lewis Tiffany joined forces with John Young and opened a stationary and gift shop in lower Manhattan. Initially the store primarily sold paper goods. However, by 1853, the name was changed to “Tiffany & Co.” when the focus of the firm shifted. Under the tutelage of Charles Tiffany, the growing company changed gears to concentrate on fine jewelry…. and the rest, as they say is history.

Now one of the most recognized brands in fine jewelry, “Tiffany & Co.” is highly collectible and sought after by everyone from novices to connoisseurs. Having partnered with famous designers like Elsa Peretti and Paloma Picasso – the brilliant designs are both classically timeless and cutting edge at the same time.

Like many of their creations, this Mid Century beauty was manufactured in the United States, probably in the 1970’s. 14 karat yellow gold combines with a series of forty-four square-cut garnets in a masterpiece of design. By merely tipping the square on it’s edge, this wonderfully wearable brooch went from mundane to modern. At first glance, it’s deceptively simple… a sparkling array of deep red garnets. Closer inspection reveals the intricate background that allows those very gems to shine.

A repeating grid of equal-sided openings, this filigree-like framework is a geometric dream. The bold boxy gems are arranged on top of this unique pattern. A double-tiered garnet square marks the center with another band of the same stones forming the perimeter. Offering nearly five carats of bling, this brooch can go from day to night with ease. Wear it to work or pin it to your jacket for an evening out – this collectible charmer, priced at $2300.00, is within your reach.

If you’ve always wanted a piece of fine Tiffany & Co. jewelry, now’s your chance. This is just one of the many lovely pieces by the iconic designer available at Joden Jewelers. Check out our Facebook and Instagram for more Tiffany Trinkets.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Signature Series – Volume 26

Baubles, Bling and Quality Things

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Baubles, Bling and Signed Things

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