JAR Lavender Jade and Chrysoprase Earrings
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Stone:
- Stone Cut:
- Dimensions:Length: 1 in (25.4 mm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1980's
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU731321247852
JAR
While Joel Arthur Rosenthal (b. 1943), the founder of JAR, may not be the most prolific jeweler, he is one of the most exclusive. In fact, Rosenthal has no need for prominent signage or window displays at his famed Place Vendôme boutique in Paris because he opens the door only for a select few, including Elle Macpherson, Mary Pinault and Jo Carole Lauder, among others. Rosenthal’s dazzling, sculptural earrings and other jewelry are internationally adored, but his sales tactics are rather unique — he’s notoriously reclusive, shies away from publicity and advertising, and clients are received only after he’s personally approved them.
The New York City–born designer didn’t plan on a career in the jewelry industry. After graduating from Harvard University with a degree in art history and philosophy, a young Rosenthal moved to Paris, where he opened a needlepoint shop. It was off to a slow start, but after a short time, his unusual color pairings and imaginative stitchwork drew in designers from Hermès and Valentino. Rosenthal was tasked with designing a mount for a gemstone by one of his fashion-industry clientele, and he soon moved beyond textile arts.
With a newfound interest in fashion and design, Rosenthal briefly returned to his native New York City, where he worked as a salesperson in BVLGARI’s Fifth Avenue store. His fascination with jewels lured him back to Paris in 1977 to open his own jewelry boutique with his partner, a Swiss psychiatrist named Pierre Jeannet.
In his jewelry shop’s early days, Rosenthal, working with largely affordable stones such as coral, set gems in pavé arrangements that recalled the meticulousness of his needlepoint projects. Although he’d become known among fashion’s elite in Paris, the name JAR was still relatively unfamiliar to his soon-to-be international clientele. An acclaimed exhibition at London’s Somerset House in 2002 changed that.
Rosenthal became a global icon following the 400-piece show, in which the lights were dimmed and guests, armed with flashlights, navigated the display cases of shimmering necklaces and rings adorned in sapphires and diamonds. His now-revered Pansy ear clips — comely floral pieces sculpted from aluminum and mounted in gold — were made available for purchase at the show, while pairs were gifted to those who loaned him their jewels for the exhibition.
Like the Pansy earrings, Rosenthal’s pieces are typically inspired by delicate shapes found in nature. One such piece is a ruby-encrusted camellia brooch, which sold in 2012 at a charity auction held at Christie’s for $4.3 million.
Rosenthal still lives in Paris, where he designs approximately 70 pieces every year.
Browse JAR jewelry today on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: New York, NY
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- JAR Chrysoprase & Pink Opal EarringsBy JARLocated in New York, NYChrysoprase & Pink Opal Earrings by JAR Signed JAR Paris Approximate Length: 1.50" Back Type: Clip-on Metal type: Silver and 18 Karat GoldCategory
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsCoral, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Silver
- Jade & Diamond EarringsLocated in New York, NYJade & Diamond Earrings A pair of yellow gold earrings set with 44 round cut diamonds and 2 cabochon jades Total Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.2 carats Length: 0.88" Back Type: C...Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Jade & Pearl EarringsLocated in New York, NYJade & Pearl Earrings A pair of 14 karat yellow gold earrings each set with 5 pearls and a white jade Back Type: Clip-onCategory
Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsJade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Emerald and Diamond EarringsLocated in New York, NYEmerald and Diamond Earrings A pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings set with 2 cabochon emeralds weighing approximately 1.83 carats and approximately 0....Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Ruby and Diamond EarringsLocated in New York, NYCircular Ruby Earrings Yellow gold and white gold circular earrings with 144 rubies and 112 brilliant round diamonds. Approximate combined ruby weight: 12.80 carats Approximate c...Category
20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
- Ruby and Diamond EarringsLocated in New York, NYRuby and Diamond Earrings A pair of earrings set with two oval-cut rubies and round-cut diamonds. Approximate weights Rubies: 4.90 Carats Diamonds: 1.35 Carats Measures approxima...Category
20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
- Buccellati 18k Gold Lavender Jade Diamond Flower EarringsBy BuccellatiLocated in Palm Beach, FLBuccellati flower earrings in 18k yellow gold, featuring a carved lavender jade flower centering a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, nestled within an 18k yellow gold floral f...Category
2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Lavender Jade Earrings set in 18K Gold SettingsLocated in Bangkok, THLavender Jade 65.30 carats Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 2.5 cm Total Weight: 26.69 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the...Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsJade, 18k Gold
- Pair of 14k Gold and Lavender Jade Teardrop Cabochon EarringsLocated in Philadelphia, PAA fine pair of gold & jade earrings. In 14k yellow gold. Bezel-set with teardrop shaped purple lavender jade cabochons (likely enhanced). Set with omega clips for additional secur...Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold
- Ambrosi Exclusive 18 Karat Rose Gold, Lavender Jade Clover EarringsBy AmbrosiLocated in New York, NYThese stunning 18 karat rose gold lucky five leaf clover earrings are set with hand carved lavender Jade. The width measures approximately .88 inches. The height measures...Category
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsJade, 18k Gold
- Lavender Jade and Diamond Flower EarringsLocated in London, GBA pair of lavender jade and diamond earrings, with a flower shaped design, with a pavé set, old-cut diamond and black onyx surround, mounted in platinum, with collapsible posts and c...Category
2010s British More Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
- Bulgari Coral and Chrysoprase 18k Gold EarringsBy BulgariLocated in New York, NYBulgari earrings in 18kt yellow gold with coral and chrysoprase. Made in Italy, circa 1980.Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Stud Earrings
MaterialsCoral, Chrysophrase, Gold, 18k Gold