Lot 425
  • 425

Gem set and diamond bracelet, David Webb

Estimate
270,000 - 450,000 CHF
bidding is closed

Description

  • David Webb
  • platinum, gold, enamel, sapphire, ruby, emerald, diamond
The wide articulated strap of foliate design decorated with leaves and berries of carved rubies, sapphires and emeralds and ruby rondelles, the branches set with brilliant-cut diamonds, accented with black enamel, the clasp set with similar calibré-cut stones, length approximately 210mm, signed David Webb.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity by David Webb. Signed David Webb on the clasp. Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold and 900PT for platinum. On the letter of authentication the weights are stated as following: six square sapphires of 1.36 carat, six square rubies of 2.06 carat, six square emeralds of 1.42 carat, 14 carved sapphires of 75.23 carat, 16 carved rubies of 79.89 carat, 14 carved emeralds of 46.98 carat, eight ruby beads of 14.08 carat; all well matched in colour, few nicks and scratches. Enamel in good condition. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of 15.01 carat, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as graded in mounting. Clasp secure. Little signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 212 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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