DAVID WEBB 1975 New York Cocktail Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Emerald
An emerald ring designed by David Webb (1925-1975).
This is a massive cocktail ring created in New York City by the jewelry designer David Webb, back in the 1970's. The bold ring is a real statement, crafted with the iconic scrolls and chained patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. This ring is embellished with one Colombian vivid green emerald and have a gorgeous eye appeal that will stand out in your hands.
Emerald: Mounted on top in a four-prongs setting, with 1 rectangular emerald cut (9 x 7 x 5 mm) of a Colombian vivid green emerald with a weight of about 2.27 carats.
Birthstone: Emerald for the month of May.
Weight: 19.85 Grams, (12.75 Dwt).
Size: 7 and may be resized up or down on special request.
Measurements: 23 mm by 8 mm (1.02 x 1.10 Inches) an raise 8 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the .750/.999 gold and signed as follow, "©WEBB 18KT".
David Webb
He was a very famous 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: David Webb, The Quintessential American Jeweler. Ruth Peltason, Assouline New York 2013. For similar examples of this pattern.
Collateral: This David Webb ring is accompanied by a certificate appraisal prepared by a GIA certified gemologist stating all the characteristics of this piece of jewelry, the exact description of the gemstones and the today's market replacement value.
Collateral: This David Webb ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this David Webb emerald ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the yellow gold. The emerald is secured in the settings.This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R042625SENM/.4771
