拍品 306
  • 306

EMERALD, SAPPHIRE, RUBY AND DIAMOND CLIP-BROOCH, DAVID WEBB

估價
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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描述

  • David Webb
Of openwork floral design, centering a cabochon emerald weighing 6.58 carats, framed by oval-shaped rubies, round sapphires and cabochon emeralds, further highlighted with round diamonds, signed Webb, fitted with pendant hook.

Condition

In good condition, the mounting with signs of light wear, not noticeable when worn. Mounting stamped Plat and 18k. The emeralds, stated to weigh a total of 10.48 carats, are medium to medium deep green to slightly bluish green, heavily included with surface reaching inclusions, as is typical for cabochons. The rubies, stated to weigh a total of 5.44 carats, are medium to medium deep slightly purplish red to purplish red, moderately to heavily included with surface reaching inclusions and abrasions noticeable under 10x magnification. The sapphire, stated to weigh a total of 9.94 carats, are medium to medium deep slightly violetish blue to blue, slightly to moderately included, some with surface reaching inclusions and abrasions noticeable under 10x magnification. The diamonds, stated to weigh a total of 4.36 carats, are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity with a few SI examples. Gross weight approximately 33 dwts. Dimensions approximately 2¼ x 2⅛ inches. A photocopy of a valuation from David Webb available upon request.
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