Gleim The Jeweler

The Jeweler
Since 1931
BEAUTY+EXPECTATION+TIMELESS+ELEGANCE
The Jeweler
As the saying goes, what’s old is new again. When I look back at our rich history, I wonder to myself, what has kept Gleim the Jeweler going for all these
years? It is more than our love and appreciation of gemstones and jewelry. It is
our dedication and admiration for preserving the past and creating the future.
Gleim the Jeweler has always prided itself on offering its clientele jewelry that
is not only of the now, but also timeless.
Within this catalog, you will enjoy a selection of many of our most prized oneof-a-kind treasures along with signature classics. Whether a vintage diamond
ring or a modern timepiece, Gleim the Jeweler has helped celebrate momentous occasions with gifts that can be passed on for generations.
Gleim the Jeweler is proud to have been part of the Palo Alto community for
over eighty years. Our first store was opened by my grandfather in the midst
of the Depression. My father worked at his side from the time we opened, and
built our company into one of the most respected jewelry stores in the country. And of course we could not have done it without the loyal support of our
clients, and for that, we thank you! As we leap into the next eighty years and
celebrate with you we wish you and your family all they very best.
Stop by and say hi, and let us share with you some of the beauty we work with
every day.
Georgie Gleim
Georgie Gleim, and her horse Turbo Charge, in one of
the first Menlo Charity Horse Shows. The Vista Center is
one of the many nonprofit organizations that Gleim the
Jeweler is proud to support.
Cover) Platinum Art Deco ring with old mine cut diamond, sapphires and emeralds.
The Gleim Collection
CLASSIC+DIAMONDS+COLOR+TRADITION
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Original designs in gold and platinum set with the finest in
diamonds and fancy colored sapphires, pearls, rubies and emeralds.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Tanzanite. Each one-of-a-kind, please inquire for details.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Tanzanite. Each one-of-a-kind.
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Our Estate Collection
ONE OF A KIND+EXCEPTIONAL+VINTAGE+MODERN
Precious gem jewelry. Each one-of-a-kind, please inquire for details.
Edwardian clasp with European cut diamonds in a contemporary frame.
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Victorian 1835-1901
The period marked a major change in the history of jewelry due to
the discovery of diamond mines and the Industrial Revolution. Now
women of any social class were able to wear and enjoy jewelry, not
just the elite. The period is characterized by lockets and sentimental motifs symbolizing love and friendship.
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All estate pieces are unique and subject to prior sale.
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1) 14K Gold with inlaid enamel;
2) 18K Gold hand engraved with garnets and diamonds;
3) 14K Gold brooch with rose cut diamonds;
4) Quartz, natural half pearls, garnet and moonstone earrings;
5) 15K English fish scale bracelet;
6) Hessonite garnet with natural pearls and 38 old mine cut diamonds.
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Art Nouveau + Arts&Crafts
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+ Art Deco 1880-1939
This is the French jewelers’ revolt against the heavy jewelry of the
Victorian era. This period is all about nature, ethereal and figurative forms. Gemstones like opals and moonstones are widely used
along with enameling.
Born in France in the 1920s, Art Deco erupted in the United States in a big
way! Platinum and diamonds used in angular and geometric ways, as well as
unusual color combinations, defined this time. Workmanship and quality of
gems are typically of the highest caliber. Art Deco looks remain one of the
most sought after periods.
1) Hand enameled, pearl and diamond pin/pendant;
2) Diamond drop necklace with hand enameling and mine cut diamonds;
3) 2 Carat aquamarine ring with diamonds.
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1) Platinum and diamond emerald, bracelet, 10.75 total carat weight;
2) Hand pierced platinum with sapphires and diamonds;
3) Diamond brooch with 1.62 carat pear center flanked by European cuts;
4) 44 carat Citrine brooch with diamond and rubies.
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Edwardian 1901-1915
The Edwardian elegance and style was set by King Edward VII and
the introduction of platinum for a lighter appearance and a more
lacy look. The “garland style” is the most popular look to come out
of this era. Fine milgrain and pierced and engraved metals give jewelry the appearance of embroidery and lightness.
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1) White gold and platinum 4 carat opal necklace with European cut diamonds ;
2) Silver topped, gold backed pendant with 2.25 carats of diamonds;
3) 18K platinum crescent pin with 5.80 carats of diamonds;
4) Hand engraved platinum and diamond ring;
5) Natural pearls with diamonds;
6) Platinum ring with three European cut diamonds, 1.50 carat center.
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Retro 1940-1949
In the early 1940s platinum was needed as a strategic metal during
World War II so designers turned to gold instead. Influenced by Hollywood, Retro jewelry is colorful, bold and flamboyant with big gems in
oversized pieces. Most common are cocktail rings, brooches, and charm
bracelets making the gold and gems the center of attention. Bold bows
and stylized flower pins can trace their heritage back to this period.
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Contemporary 1960 to Today
With the fascination of space in the 1960s, futuristic creations became popular,
and in the ‘70s colors and motifs originating in India came into fashion. The use
of yellow gold was bold and bright throughout the 1980s leading to wearable
art. Jewelry today is fun, fashionable and a blend of styles.
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1) Platinum and 18K gold with rubies, emerald eyes & diamond fins;
2) 18K gold and platinum with diamond and sapphire accents;
3) 14K rose gold aquamarine 27.77 carat;
4) 14K gold earrings with diamonds and rubies..
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1) Platinum ring with 5.25 carat fancy light yellow diamond;
2) 18K diamond necklace, 20.36 total carat weight.
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Our Designer Collection
GEMSTONES+TIMEPIECES+SPECTACULAR SPARKLE
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1) South Sea Pearls 16mm x 12mm; 2) 18K white gold opal earrings;
3) 18.50 carat turquoise with champagne diamonds; 4) Platinum diamond ring, 2.81 total carat weight.
18K white gold necklace with 9 carat rubellite.
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Spark
Diamonds and precious gemstones showcased in earrings, rings,
pendants and spectacular one-of-a-kind pieces.
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1) 5.73 carat pink tourmaline with 1.50 total carat weight diamonds set in 18k white gold;
2) 6 carat tanzanite and diamond pendant in 18K white gold;
3) Diamond pave and 4.44 carat rubellite;
4) 18K white gold with 3.80 carat tanzanite and diamonds;
5) 5.84 carat rubellite set in 18K yellow and white gold;
6) Pink sapphire with bluish purple sapphire sides;
7) 18K rose gold with 11.28 carat Ethiopian opal.
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Clare Ullman
From the opulent temples of India and Thailand to the sacred
ceremonies of Bali, Clare Ullman finds great joy in the hunt to find
unique pieces for her designs. Gemstones, pearls, and intricate
gold works are all ingredients in her one-of-a-kind creations.
1) 18K gold ladder bracelet with Tahitian pearls & tourmaline;
2) Slices of watermelon tourmaline, Tahitian pearls with 18K gold;
3) 18K gold ladder imperial topaz bracelet with gold South Sea, fire coin, & Keshi pearls;
4) 18K gold links with Tahitian pearls & London blue topaz beads.
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Firmament Collection
The Jeweler
Since 1931.
111 Stanford Shopping Center Palo Alto, CA 650-325-3533 gleimjewelers.com
All pieces subject to prior sale.
Articulated diamond dangle earrings by Kwiat, 2.55 carats of diamonds, 18K white gold.