David Webb New York Bombe Rock Quartz Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.92 Cts Diamonds
A gem set cocktail ring designed by David Webb (1925-1975).
Magnificent cocktail ring designed in New York city at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 1980's. This exuberant statement piece has been crafted with his iconic bombe fluted shape in solid .950/.999 platinum with very high polished finish and embellished with a very nice selection of natural gemstones
Diamonds: Pave set with 60 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 3.92 carats, E/F color, VVS-1 clarity.
Gemstones: Mounted with five cabochon cut carved in the shape of flutes from natural translucent rock quartz.
Weight: 47.7 Grams, (30.57 Dwt).
Size: 7.25 it is sizeable and is fitted with a hinged opening sizer for comfort.
Measurements: From the top view is 24 mm by 30 mm (0.95 x 1.18 Inches) and rise 21 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the platinum assay mark and signed in full, "WEBB 18KT PLAT"
Literature: David Webb, The Quintessential American Jeweler. Ruth Peltason, Assouline New York 2013 Pp 120-121 for this piece pictured, see figure.
David Webb (1925-1975), was an American jeweler. On July 28, 1948, he founded David Webb, the company, which opened at 2 West 46th Street. Among his clients were Elizabeth Taylor, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Barbara Streisand and Beyoncé have also worn his jewelry. Born in Asheville, North Carolina in 1925, Webb was a self-taught designer whose work included dragon bracelets, Maltese cross brooches and animal motifs. In 1964, The Duke of Windsor purchased a bracelet for his wife. Diana Vreeland, a noted columnist and editor of Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, was often seen with a David Webb black-and-white enamel zebra bangle.
Note: We are offering the matching bracelet cuff in our other listings.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones, are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R0000MTIEM/1.452
