A David Webb giraffe brooch from the 'Kingdom' Collection. This brooch features full cut diamond horns and forelock, sculpted gold ears, fluted gold mane, a ruby cabochon eye, and textured brown spots on white enameling. This giraffe is made of 18k yellow gold and platinum with approximately 1.42 carat total weight in diamonds.
Comes with a David Webb leather jewelry pouch.
David Webb (1925-1975) started his jewelry company in 1948 and designed jewelry until his death in 1975 winning the prestigious Coty award in 1964. His list of clientele includes the First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Elizabeth Taylor, and Beyonce. His company is still producing jewelry from his archive of nearly 40,000 drawings and designs, while many of his pieces can be found in several major art museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris.
Diamond Attributes: 60 round full cut diamonds with approximately 1.42 ctw, VVS2/VS1 clarity, G/H color.
Gemstone Attributes: One ruby cabochon measuring 5.5mm x 4.5mm.
Setting Type: Pave' bead set diamonds and inset ruby.
Clasp Type: Trombone clasp.
Metal: 18k yellow gold and platinum.
Weight: 38.8 dwt.
Measurements: 3" long x 2" wide.
Markings: "Webb 18K Plat"
Condition
Excellent condition.