David Webb Leopard Brooch with Yellow Sapphire and Emerald

18ct gold, yellow sapphire, emerald and enamel brooch, David…
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18ct gold, yellow sapphire, emerald and enamel brooch, David Webb, mid 20th century, modelled as a seated leopard, decorated at intervals with black enamel quatrefoil spots, the eyes accented with collet-set circular-cut emeralds, the chest embellished with a circular-cut yellow sapphire, approximately 60 x 36 mm, signed Webb for David Webb.

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  • Quatrefoil - A stylised four-circle design, itself contained within a larger circle, with Gothic origins and often seen as window designs in ecclesiastical architecture. The use of the motif was popular in Gothic Revival furniture of the 19th century.
  • Emeralds - Emeralds have been used in jewellery making for thousands of years, and are prized for their deep green colour, which is caused by the presence of chromium and vanadium in the mineral beryl. Because of their rare colour, emeralds are often more valuable than diamonds of a similar size and quality. In jewellery making, emeralds are typically cut into round or oval shapes to maximize their color and clarity. They are often set in gold or platinum and used as the centrepiece of a piece of jewellery, such as a ring or necklace. They can also be used in combination with other gems, such as diamonds, to create intricate and beautiful designs.

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