18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Colored Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, David Webb, Circa 1950

The graduated necklace composed of oval bombé form links set with cushion-shaped, modified cushion-shaped, modified calf's-head-cut and modified trapeze-shaped blue sapphires weighing approximately 300.00 carats, and cushion-shaped, modified cushion-shaped and modified trapeze-shaped yellow sapphires weighing approximately 200.00 carats, connected by x-shaped links set with round diamonds weighing approximately 6.65 carats, length 16 inches, signed Webb.  With fitted and signed box.

The present necklace was worn by Rise Stevens during her 1954 appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. The sapphires range in color from pale to medium blue, they are transparent and lively, a few stones have inclusions visible to the unaided eye but these are not apparent when worn and one stone near the open end of clasp is chipped. The yellow sapphires are lively and well matched, a few stones have tiny chips or abraded facet junctions. The diamonds are overall G-H color and VS-SI clarity. The necklace is very well made, the links are domed in form and are flexiibly connected so that the necklace sits nicely on the neck. There is a safety clasp. The signature appears on the tongue of the clasp. Overall very good condition.
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.
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