DAVID WEBB New York 1970 Bombe Rock Quartz Bracelet Cuff In Platinum With 5.28 Cts Diamonds
A gem set bracelet cuff designed by David Webb (1925-1975).
Magnificent bracelet cuff created in New York city at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 1970's. This exuberant statement piece has been crafted with the iconic bombe fluted shape in solid .950/.999 platinum with very high polished finish and embellished with very nice selection of natural gemstones.
Diamonds: Pave set with 88 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a combined weight of about 5.28 carats, E/F color, VVS-1 clarity.
Gemstones: Mounted with 5 elements carved in the shape of flutes cabochon cut from natural translucent rock quartz.
Weight: 96.2 Grams, (61.67 Dwt).
Size: Fit a wrist up to 7 inches (18 Cm) and is fitted with two opening hinged parts for comfort slide..
Measurements: From the top view is 20 mm by 78 mm (0.78 x 3.08 Inches) and rise 14 mm over the wrist.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the platinum assay mark and signed in full, "DAVID WEBB 18KT PLAT WEBB"
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 cocktail ring 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. The 93 gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B0000AONEM/2.929
