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David Webb Coral, Diamond, Platinum, Gold Ring, circa 1968
Stones: Carved coral; full-cut diamonds
weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat
Metal: Platinum and 18k gold
Marked: for David Webb
Gross Weight: 36.50 grams
Size: 9-1/4 (sizeable)

*Reference David Webb The Quintessential American Jeweler, page 256

Property from a North Florida Collection


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Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000.

Condition Report*: Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Full-Cut
Count: 1 - 25

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Coral
Shape(s): Carved
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good

Metals:
Gold

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: As is characteristic of David Webb’s coral rings, the design is bold and dramatic in scale. This example features a finely carved piece of coral measuring approximately 18.75 x 28.75 mm, exhibiting the mottled coloration typical of angel skin coral. The ring is in good overall condition, showing moderate wear to the shank and a minor blemish to one area of the coral. The shank is stamped WEBB / PLAT / 18K, with the diamonds set in platinum, however, some of these stamps have been partially polished over.
David Webb: Formed in 1946 by partners David Webb and Nina Silberstein, David Webb Inc. created colorful jewelry recognized for its bold, sculptural design. Webb drew inspiration from the work of Cartier, Seaman Schepps, Faberge and Verdura. His passion for color, texture, enamel, gems and unusual materials brought him to the forefront of jewelry design in the 1950s and 1960s. His fondness for nature and ancient cultures influenced his most famous motifs, stylized animals and flowers. David Webb created contemporary wearable gold sculptures until his death in 1975. He left behind a legacy as one of the pioneers of American jewelry design. David Webb Inc. continues to produce jewelry based upon original artwork and sketches, under new ownership.

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