-David Webb 1970 Vintage Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Tiger Eye Quartz

A cocktail Ring Designed by David Webb (1925-1975).

Beautiful cocktail ring, created in New York city at the atelier of David Webb, back in the 1970's. This bold ring was crafted in a geometric shape in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with high polished finish and embellished with applications of green enamel over a guilloche surface.

Tiger's eye Quartz: Mount in the center in a bezel setting, with 1 cushion cabochon cut (25 x 18 x 12 mm) carved from natural tiger's eye quartz of 39 carats.

Weight: 32.6 Grams, (20.89 Dwt).

Size: 6.5 and is sizeable. It is fitted with an integrated spring sizer at the shank.

Measurements: From the top view is 32 mm by 22 mm (1.26 x 0.87 Inches) and raise 19 mm over the finger.

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the gold assay marks and signed, "©WEBB 18KT".

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.

Literature: David Webb, The Quintessential American Jeweler. Ruth Peltason, Assouline New York 2013. Pages 198 for similar examples of this pattern.

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 enamel is secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R012623EENM/.7836