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Vogue Victorian

June 3, 2022 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Vintage Things

It’s the single-most popular jewelry item. In fact, 87% of us wear them. It’s our go-to choice when choosing a bit of bling to treat ourselves… AND it’s our favorite kind of jewelry to give as a gift. Surprisingly, the answer isn’t rings – it’s actually earrings. They’re our favorite place to showcase colored gems… most often round in shape. While stud styles still reign supreme, more than a third of us are crazy for a good drop earring.

These little darlings from the Victorian era charmed me from the very beginning. Made from 10-karat yellow gold, they offer vintage appeal from the flower-shaped top the to artfully sculpted bottom. Measuring just over an inch in total, they’re the ideal size to go from the supermarket to the office to date-night dinner. The cap, a sweet five-petaled flower seems like an unusual choice for the exquisitely elegant base. And although both components are true antiques, I have to wonder if they were originally paired together or if they’re a marriage.

Intricate details shape the lower segment. Straight lines meet curved edges. Double-leafed stems and curlicues are accented by milgrain beading. Over 140 years of patina have gathered into each crevice and line, although rather than presenting in deep, dark tones instead it shines with an iridescent crimson hue. Original threaded posts and backs ensure the safety of the earrings even during wear.

A singular ice blue round stone is set in each earring. Although these stones are synthetic, the color is lovely and amps up the appeal of the earrings. Priced at $495, these little beauties have just been added to our site. Feel free to stop in and admire them in person. Hitting every mark of our most-favored article of jewelry, they’re sure to go quick!

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Back in Black

May 6, 2022 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and Onyx Things

In recent years, we have noticed a strong trend of sentimentality returning to jewelry. Customers don’t simply want jewelry that’s pretty… they long for something with meaning. The options have expanded far beyond a mother’s ring with a birthstone representing each of her children or grandchildren. Photos can be etched onto precious metals, fingerprints are engraved onto pendants and rings, you can even forever preserve the handwriting of a loved on a bracelet or charm. The inclination has gone a step further, reviving antique mourning jewelry. Cremation urn necklaces and memorial lockets are often requested.

This trend is hardly new. In fact, it’s a centuries old tradition. In 1861, a great love story came to a tragic end… Prince Albert died, leaving Victoria a grieving widow. Her bereavement was so deep, she commanded that the entire country mourn with her. Draped in black from head to toe, even Victoria’s jewelry was black. Although the concept of mourning jewelry wasn’t invented by Victoria, she definitely took it to a new level.

Fashion embraced death. Mourning jewelry was the height of style during the late 1800’s. These earrings are a classic example. Made from 14 karat yellow gold, the chandelier style is bold, dramatic and distinctly Victorian. Beginning with a pair of kidney-shaped wires, these beauties are over two inches in length. With multiple joints, they swing and sway with face-framing geometric glory.

A perfectly round bead crowns a triangular piece of faceted onyx. Coming to a crisp peak, this symmetrical shape is set with a milgrain-edged bezel. Hanging from the base of the equilateral triangle is a trio of glossy black drops. Each one features a smooth polished gold cap. A delicate cable chain loops between them, adding a hint of flair to the otherwise simplistic design. One small golden flower decorates the middle of each earring. The various shapes dangle elegantly, with light reflecting off the surface of every high polished stone.

Memorialize someone you love with these Victorian mourning earrings made in the 1890’s… available now for just $1,150.00.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box – Volume 127

June 14, 2021 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

After writing over 400 blogs (409 to be exact, but who’s counting?), it can be challenging to turn up something new to share. It’s a never-ending quest for fresh styles and quirky finds. As much as I love chatting about old-world techniques, patterns of enameling and the fine art of micro mosaic – sometimes it’s a struggle. The words won’t flow – occasionally making me wonder what inspired me choose a particular piece in the first place.

The “Joe’s Special Box” blogs present yet another obstacle… my aesthetic has to jive with someone else’s. I browse through a couple of boxes filled with pieces hand-selected by Joe, searching for a perfect little bauble that speaks to me. Sometimes it’s a gemstone that strikes my fancy, sometimes it’s the most minuscule detail… a tiny flower, a beaded milgrain edge. And sometimes, it’s the simple overwhelming beauty that makes me catch my breath. These lovely Victorian earrings stopped me in my tracks. An enchanting pair of flowers dangle upside down, offering an unusually charming perspective. With small round cabochon opal centers, these flowers are ripe with detail… fluted and beaded settings, articulated petals and engraved stems and leaves. Fourteen karat gold from top to bottom, these earrings somehow manage to be understated and absolutely dazzling at the same time. Priced at $1700 – they definitely do not disappoint.

Help a girl out… if there’s something you’d like to see or if there’s a piece you’re dying to know more about – drop me a line (carrie@joden.com). Inspiration comes in the most unexpected places… can’t wait to see what inspires each of you.

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

Written by Carrie Martin

Photos by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and Vintage Things

Baubles, Bling and Onyx Things

Baubles, Bling, and A Collector’s Things

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