DAVID WEBB 1977 South Seas Pearls Clips-On Earrings Platinum And 8.84 Cwt Diamonds
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by David Webb (1925-1975).
This is an extraordinary pair of clips-on earrings created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 1976-77. These elegant earrings are very rare and were designed as a left and right, with swirls motifs patterns. Masterfully crafted as a one-of-a-kind pair in solid .900/.999 platinum with polished finish. They are embellished with two white pearls from the South-seas variety and an arrangement of one-hundred-thirty-six white colorless diamonds. They are fitted at the reverse with comfortable concealed hinged omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done. These earrings are a fabulous collector's pieces from the 1970 with great look.
South-Seas Pearls
South Sea pearls are prized for their large size and unique colors, as well as their high luster and smooth surface. They are also known for their rarity, as they are more difficult to cultivate than other types of pearls. The Pinctada maxima oyster can take up to five years to produce a single South Sea pearl, whereas more common freshwater oysters can take as little as three months and create dozens of pearls. This long cultivation process makes South Sea pearls rarer and more expensive. If you're looking to invest in a design to hand down to future generations, South Sea pearl jewelry is ideal. Highly sought after, these luxurious pearls are prized for their lusters, and make for distinctive legacy designs.
Country: New York City, United States.
Period: Modernism, 1976-1977.
Diamonds: Mount in pave settings, with 136 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with an estimate total weight of about 8.84 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS clarity.
Pearls: Mount in bar settings, with 2 well matched South-seas white pearls of 12x13 mm.
Weight: 27.95 Grams, (17.95 Dwt.).
Measurements: 28 mm by 20 mm by 15 mm (1.10 x 0.79 x 0.59 Inches).
Hallmarks: They are both stamped with the maker's mark, the marks for the assay and warranty of the .900 platinum, and the iridium and signed in full as follows, "©WEBB 10% IRID PLAT".
David Webb
He was an iconic 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.
Literature: Ruth Peltason, David Webb, The Quintessential American Jeweler, Assouline New York 2013, for similar pieces from this collection illustrated with this pattern.
Collateral: These David Webb earrings are accompanied by the original designer's presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of these David Webb earrings is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the gold. The 138 gemstones are secured in the settings. This pair has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: E012626MOENM/.8062
