David Webb Rock Crystal and Turquoise Desk Object

David Webb Rock Crystal and Turquoise Desk Object  A natural rock crystal quartz point decorated with gold rope twist strands, bows, and a gold branch section, adorned with 12 turquoise cabochons. A gold plaque supports the base. Signed: WebbInscribed: "To Robin and Angie with our dearest love Jeanie & Bill MARCH 1965"Measures Approximately: 7" x 4.5"Weighs approximately 2,494 gramsMetal Type: 18-karat gold David Webb objects are extremely hard to find. Most were made for politicians and the firm’s top clientele. A similar iconic example was in the Jackie Kennedy collection. Provenance: from the collection of Robin Chandler Duke and Angier Biddle Duke