-David Webb Cuff Bracelet In 18kt Yellow Gold With 6.07 Cts In Color Gemstones
Cuff bracelet designed by David Webb (1925-1975).
Very beautiful and colorful cuff bracelet, created in New York city at the jewelry atelier of David Webb. This gems-set vintage cuff bracelet has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The bracelet is embellished with three natural earth mined gemstones such; an emerald, a ruby and a sapphire. Fitted in one side with a hinged pressure spring for opening and comfort
Note: We are offering in our other listings the matching ring in suite to this bracelet.
Emerald: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (7 x 6 x 5 mm) of a translucent Colombian green emerald of about 1.54 carats.
Ruby: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (7 x 6 x 5 mm) of a vivid red ruby of about 2.26 carats.
Sapphire: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (7 x 6 x 5 mm) of a royal blue sapphire of about 2.27 carats.
Weight: 40.95 Grams, (26.25 Dwt).
Size: Fit a wrist up to 7 Inches, (18 Cm).
Measurements: The width is 10 mm (0.39 Inches) and raise 9 mm over the wrist.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the marks for the assay of the gold and platinum, and signed, "©WEBB 18 KT".
David Webb
He 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. He 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.
Literature: David Webb, The Quintessential American Jeweler. Ruth Peltason, Assouline New York 2013 Pp 22-36 for similar examples of this pattern.
Collateral: This cuff bracelet is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Collateral: This bracelet is accompanied by a certificate appraisal prepared by a Gia certified gemologist stating all the characteristics of all gemstones and the market replacement value.
Condition: The overall condition of this cuff bracelet is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 3 gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B052224ENNS/.9843
