Santa Barbara socialite’s jewelry earned white-glove status at John Moran sale

David Webb 18K gold rock crystal and lapis lazuli bracelet, $28,125
David Webb 18K gold rock crystal and lapis lazuli bracelet, $28,125
David Webb 18K gold rock crystal and lapis lazuli bracelet, $28,125

LOS ANGELES — On March 29, jewelry collectors, dealers and enthusiasts participated in the Jewelry from the Estate of Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree auction presented by John Moran Auctioneers. Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree was one of Santa Barbara’s most well-known philanthropists and a pillar of the community. The auction achieved one-and-a-half times the median estimate and earned white-glove status. The 85 lots offered included necklaces, earrings, bracelets, brooches and rings featuring gemstones such as sapphires, rubies, pearls, emeralds and, of course, diamonds.

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