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Suite of 18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Azurmalachite, Diamond and Ruby Jewelry, David Webb
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- David Webb
- gold, platinum, azuremalachite, diamond, ruby
Comprising a brooch, ring and a pair of earclips, the brooch designed as a Maltese cross set with four fluted wedge-shaped azurmalachite segments, centered by a cabochon ruby and round diamonds weighing approximately 5.70 carats, signed David Webb; fitted with retractable pendant loop; the bombé-style fluted azurmalachite ring centering a cabochon ruby, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 1.65 carats, size 5½, signed David Webb; the oval-shaped earclips centered by two cabochon rubies, accented and framed by round diamonds weighing approximately 4.00 carats, signed Webb.
Condition
All pieces in good condition. The azurmalachite in all of the pieces is a striking and pleasing blend of a medium-deep green and a deep blue with some porosity and matrix visible in some areas. Please note naturally occurring colorless inclusion that runs diagonally across the azurmalachite in one earclip. The diamonds throughout are approximately G-I color, VVS-VS clarity. The rubies are a medium-deep purplish red, heavily included and bearing surface-reaching inclusions.
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.
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.