Lot 338
  • 338

GOLD 'CHAIN' NECKLACE AND GOLD AND DIAMOND PENDANT-BROOCH, DAVID WEBB

Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description

  • David Webb
The chain composed of hammered gold, gross weight approximately 134 dwts, length 28 inches, detachable into five segments for a variety of wear, signed Webb; with a detachable pendant-brooch designed as a stylized cross, composed of hammered gold, the center with a detachable star-shaped plaque pavé-set with round and single-cut diamonds, together with a hammered gold version of the star-shaped center, gross weight approximately 55 dwts, signed Webb. With signed pouch.

Condition

In good condition, with minor surface scratches and tarnish to the gold. Chain and pendant-brooch stamped 18K for 18 karat gold. Pendant-brooch also stamped Plat. Pendant-brooch and the two longest chain segments signed Webb, the shortest three unsigned. Star-shaped diamond-set center is removed by detaching the safety catch and pinching the two prongs together/pushing it out. The gold center can then be snapped in, and secured with safety catch. The detachable diamond-set center with diamonds weighing approximately 2.23 carats, approximately F-G color, predominantly VS clarity. Chain detachable into five segments for wear as a necklace of various lengths and/or bracelets; segments measure: 8, 8, 4¼, 4¼, 2¾ inches. Pendant-brooch measures approximately 2¾ x 2½ inches.
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