18 Karat Gold, Nephrite and Colored Stone Pendant-Necklace, David Webb

The pendant composed of a carved nephrite plaque, accented by a pear-shaped cabochon ruby measuring approximately 12.7 by 8.9 mm., a cabochon emerald measuring approximately 8.2 by 6.8 mm., and sapphire cabochons measuring approximately 5.7 by 4.9 mm. to 3.6 mm., completed by a gold necklace designed as lionheads, gross weight of necklace 139 dwts., gross weight of pendant approximately 60 dwts., length of necklace 27 inches, necklace and pendant signed Webb, an 8-inch section of the necklace may be detached to be worn as a bracelet, pendant detaches to be worn as a brooch.

Very good condition. The medium blue sapphires and medium-light bluish green emerald are lightly to moderatetly included; the medium-deep purplish red ruby presents reflective fingerprints. The gold is a brighter color than pictured in the catalogue illustration. The pendant and the necklace are signed Webb.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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