PAIR OF RUBY, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS AND A RUBY AND EMERALD RING, DAVID WEBB

The ear clips of geometric design, each collet-set with a cabochon ruby and a cabochon sapphire and pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Webb and David Webb respectively, one numbered; together with a ring, collet-set with a cabochon ruby weighing approximately 21.55 carats, to raised shoulders collet-set with cabochon emeralds, size Q1/2, signed Webb.

Ear clips: one signed Webb, stamped 18K for 18 carat gold and partially marked 900PT for platinum. Other signed David Webb, stamped 18K 900PT for 18 carat gold and platinum, numbered BC44. Sapphires mid blue, transparent to translucent, rubies purplish red, transparent to translucent, each with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching. Estimated total ruby weight approximately 2.50 carats, estimated total sapphire weight approximately 2.90 carats, estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.35 - 0.45 carats. Sapphire and ruby very slightly larger in one pair - one earring possibly a later replacement. Clip fittings in good working order, closing securely. Each measuring approximately 25 x 21mm. Ring: Interior signed Webb, stamped 18K for 18 carat gold. Ruby mid red, translucent, obvious, inclusions easily visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching, measuring approximately 17.5 x 12.1 x 9mm, calculated to weigh approximately 21.55 carats. Emeralds mid green, transparent, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye. Stones each with light scratches, areas of minor chipping and minor wear to surfaces, metal also with light scratches consistent with wear. Combined gross weight approximately 45 grams. Overall each piece in good condition. For further information please contact the department on +44 (0)207 293 6409.  Please note Condition 11 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
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