DAVID WEBB Massive Architectural Geometric Cocktail Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

A geometric cocktail ring designed by David Webb (1925-1975).

This is a geometric, massive and bold cocktail ring created in New York city at the atelier of David Webb, back in the 1990. This architectural stepped cocktail ring has been crafted with curved edges in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with textured and polished finishes.

Weight: 37.60 Grams, (24.10 Dwt).

Size: Actually is 7 and may be resized up or down on special request. In addition is fitted with a spring sizer adjuster inside the shank to fit smaller sizes. 

Measurements: 26 mm by 23 mm (1.02 x 0.91 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 yellow, the five-digits serial numbers and signed as follows, "©DAVID WEBB 18KT DS104".

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 Bárbara 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. Pages 102-103 for similar examples of this pattern.

Collateral: This David Webb cocktail ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this David Webb cocktail ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage or evidence of wear to the gold. This ring was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R110525OTNM/9038