18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, David Webb

Designed as a flowerhead set with round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 9.75 carats, and round and oval rubies weighing approximately 25.00 carats, signed David Webb and Webb, one diamond missing.

Rubies are a rich slightly purplish red, medium to deep tone and well matched, moderately included. A few of the stones have tiny chips or scratches visible under maginification. Diamonds are G-H color and VS clarity, mounting permitting. Well made, the petals and center are of domed form. Overall very good condition. The signature David Webb and Webb appears on an applied plaque.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.