Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling and Revolutionary Things
Most brides get engaged with a diamond ring… 84% of U.S. brides, to be exact. Of the remaining 16%, many choose an alternate stone, like a sapphire. A very select few will get something other than a ring. Some of the more unique choices include tattoos, a house, a necklace or even a puppy. Surrogates are chosen based on personal taste and style, budgets, and lifestyles. This is not the only time that something other than a ring has been used as an outward symbol of commitment.
Since the Georgian era, a pair of hearts placed side by side have come to represent two souls bound together. Interlocked, this romantic symbol has been appearing in jewelry since the early 1800’s. Symbolizing the bond formed between two people, this sentimental design was often utilized in small bethrothal pins. This enchanting pin/pendant combo is made from 18 karat yellow gold. About the size of a quarter, the heart-shaped beauty features a complementary medley of blue guilloché enamel with a crisp white border. The double heart emblem, made from silver, sits center stage. The silver has a lovely tarnished patina that speaks to the age of the piece. Small pearls fill each heart and dot the perimeter of the pendant.
No detail has been neglected… the bail of the piece functions twofold. Able to be either tucked away when not in use or removed completely, I love the versatility. Pins were one of the most popular and widely used types of jewelry in the Victorian era. Now, due to vast changes in lifestyle and wardrobes, brooches have taken a back seat. This little gem, however, is an ideal size and can be readily incorporated into any style of living. Pin it to the lapel of your favorite denim jacket for a day of shopping or to a length of velvet ribbon tied around your neck – the perfect accessory for date night! And if you’re just not a pin person, no worries… simply slip it onto a chain to enjoy it as a pendant.
Made in the late 1880’s, this Victorian jewel is just as relevant today as it was over a hundred years ago. Perhaps you’ve been considering an alternative to the modern engagement ring – something to wear on the days when a ring is simply not practical. In superb condition, this beguiling beauty is available now for just $2,850.00. Seal your commitment with this authentic Victorian betrothal brooch available exclusively at Joden.
“You can go to a museum and look or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
