David Webb Diamond, Ruby, Enamel, Platinum, Gold Brooch. ...

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David Webb Diamond, Ruby, Enamel, Platinum, Gold Brooch
Stones: Full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat; oval-shaped ruby cabochons
Element: Enamel
Metal: Platinum, 18k gold
Marked: for David Webb
Collection: Twilight Tales
Gross Weight: 45.60 grams
Dimensions: 2-1/2 inches x 1-1/8 inches

Estate gift of Beverly Hudgins Ray, Dallas, Texas; Proceeds of the sale of this lot to benefit North Texas Community Foundation and North Texas nonprofits.

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

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Ruby
Shape(s): Oval-shaped cabochon
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good

Metals:
Gold
Platinum

Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: A true scene-stealer, this vibrant grasshopper brooch leaps to life with dazzling detail and playful charm. His bright green enamel shell gleams with personality, while ruby eyes add a mischievous sparkle. His collar's shimmering diamonds catch the light with every move, and his richly hued gold wings offer a warm, luxurious contrast—making him an unforgettable little showstopper. Marked 900PLAT 18KWEBB. The brooch is completed by a hinged double pinstem and trombone catch. One ruby displays cavities and surface reaching inclusions. The collar is made of platinum while the rest of the brooch and its findings are made of 18k gold.

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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2025 October 23 The Estate of Beverly Hudgins Ray, Dallas, Texas Jewelry Showcase Auction #23218 (go to Auction Home page)

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October, 2025

23rd Thursday

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Sold on Oct 23, 2025 for: $5,875.00

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