Yellow gold, platinum and diamond bracelet, David Webb

Of bombé form, designed with diagonal lines of brilliant-cut diamonds alternating with lines of yellow gold beads, mounted in yellow gold and platinum, length approximately 180mm, signed Webb.

Stamped 18K for gold and PLAT, Pt 900 for platinum, signed WEBB. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 15.50 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI (few I) clarity. Nice movement. Secure clasp with safety catch. Little signs of wear to the metal. In good condition.
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Founded in New York in 1947 by David Webb and Nina Silberstein, it wasn't until 1963 that a permanent salon was established on 57th street; before that Webb jewels could only be purchased in upscale Manhattan department stores such as Bergdorf Goodman and Bonwit Teller. Webb drew inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Greece, Rome and India, as well as the Mayan culture of Central America, evident in his bold hammered yellow gold designs. He also was influenced by Carl Faberge's imaginative combinations of enamel and semi-precious stones. Webb is perhaps best known for his animal creations, which were inspired by and in homage to Jeanne Toussaint, the brilliant creator of Cartier's Great Cat jewels. His fanciful horse, tiger and zebra designs, made of intricately worked enamel and unusual stones and materials, were an immediate success. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy commissioned Webb to create unique objects, using American materials, to give as state gifts. Another loyal client was the Duchess of Windsor, who had several Webb creations, including a whimsical bright green enamel frog bangle and matching earclips. Webb passed away in 1975, but his instantly recognizable jewels continue to attract attention to this day.