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Whiting And Davis Chainmail Top

Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag
Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag

Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Super festive and fun vintage Whiting and Davis crossbody handbag! This is the perfect going out bag as the chainmail fabric is so special and eye catching but the crossbody style ma...

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Late 20th Century American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1990s Whiting & Davis Aubergine toOrchid Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top
1990s Whiting & Davis Aubergine toOrchid Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top

1990s Whiting & Davis Aubergine toOrchid Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1990s Whiting & Davis aubergine to black ombre chainmail halter top: A deeply draped cowl neckline, black mesh base with thin black leather ties at neck and waist.

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1990s American Blouses

1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless
1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless

1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless

By Whiting & Davis, Whiting Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

This is the kind of piece that doesn’t whisper vintage—it shimmers it loudly, catching every flicker of light like a disco ball in motion. Whiting Davis mesh top, vintage gold mesh...

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1970s American Halter Tops

Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag
Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag

Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Rare vintage Whiting & Davis Co. gold mesh chainmail purse with frame that features a centralized face among leaves and flowers.

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank
Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank

Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Flirty and festive vintage chainmail tank top in the most eye catching red, black and silver print. Featuring leather chord straps that tie which allow for versatility as you can adj...

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Late 20th Century American Camisoles

NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress
NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress

NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress

By Balmain, Pierre Balmain

Located in San Diego, CA

Features one shoulder of metal mesh chainmail, produced by Whiting & Davis. Super soft and luxurious wool and cashmere blend.

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929
Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929

Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Galveston, TX

An ornate, rare piece of history is this Whiting & Davis mesh purse, Circa. The 1920s-1929.

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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Whiting & Davis Vintage Silver-Tone  Chainmail Halter Top
Whiting & Davis Vintage Silver-Tone  Chainmail Halter Top

Whiting & Davis Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail Halter Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in New York, NY

Product Details: Vintage silver-tone chainmail halter top by Whiting & Davis. Cowl neckline.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mini Dress

Vintage 70's Heavy Chainmail Top + Skirt Set by Whiting & Davis
Vintage 70's Heavy Chainmail Top + Skirt Set by Whiting & Davis

Vintage 70's Heavy Chainmail Top + Skirt Set by Whiting & Davis

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Sparks, NV

Extraordinary heavy brass two piece chainmail set by Whiting and Davis from the 1970's.

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Vintage Whiting & Davis Art Deco Style Chainmail and Crystal Evening Bag 1950s
Vintage Whiting & Davis Art Deco Style Chainmail and Crystal Evening Bag 1950s

Vintage Whiting & Davis Art Deco Style Chainmail and Crystal Evening Bag 1950s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Whiting & Davis Evening Bag from the 1950s. Featuring the most fabulous chainmail body, topped with an art deco style frame and crystal embellished fold over closure.

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1950s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s
Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s

Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

This very RARE and exceptional 1990s Vintage silver-tone chainmail Halter Top by Whiting & Davis made in USA, is a one of a kind piece and hard to find a similar.

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1990s Central American Halter Tops

1990s Whiting & Davis Pink To Blue Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top
1990s Whiting & Davis Pink To Blue Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top

1990s Whiting & Davis Pink To Blue Ombre Chainmail Halter Cowl Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1990s Whiting & Davis pink/blue ombre chainmail halter top: A deeply draped cowl neckline, silver-toned base metal with thin silver leather ties at neck and waist.

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1990s American Blouses

Large 1960s Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail 60s Hand Shoulder Bag Mod Purse
Large 1960s Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail 60s Hand Shoulder Bag Mod Purse

Large 1960s Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail 60s Hand Shoulder Bag Mod Purse

By Whiting & Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic and rare large silver / nickel 1960s WHITING AND DAVIS chain mail metal bag! Features clasp closure and chain strap. Light rayon interior makes it easy to find items. One single...

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1960s American Hobo Bags

1970s Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Chain Mail Sexy Disco Vintage 70s Halter Top
1970s Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Chain Mail Sexy Disco Vintage 70s Halter Top

1970s Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Chain Mail Sexy Disco Vintage 70s Halter Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1970s WHITING & DAVIS gold metal chainmail halter top! Signature W&D heavy duty metal chain mail drapes the body wonderfully!

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1970s American Halter Tops

1970s Whting & Davis Gold Chain Mail Metal Mesh Vintage 70s Disco Halter Top
1970s Whting & Davis Gold Chain Mail Metal Mesh Vintage 70s Disco Halter Top

1970s Whting & Davis Gold Chain Mail Metal Mesh Vintage 70s Disco Halter Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy rare 1970s WHITING & DAVIS gold chainmail metal mesh plunging disco Studio 54 Paco Rabbane style halter crop top!

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1970s American Crop Tops

1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top
1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top

1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s gold metal mesh chain mail halter top! Features intricately pieced together gold links, and gold leather laces that tie at the beach neck and back waist. Lined with a b...

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1970s Halter Tops

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Hot Pink Fuchsia and Black Swimsuit Bodysuit, 1970s
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Hot Pink Fuchsia and Black Swimsuit Bodysuit, 1970s

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Hot Pink Fuchsia and Black Swimsuit Bodysuit, 1970s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect as a swimsuit or as a bodysuit--great paired with shorts, jeans, trousers, or a skirt! The pictures silver Whiting & Davis silver chainmail scarf necklace is also available i...

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1970s French Swimwear

Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Metal Chainmail Top
Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Metal Chainmail Top

Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Metal Chainmail Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in US

Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Metal top features a cowl neckline that can also be worn reversed. Top is in great vintage condition with a slight smoke smell and a small unlinked spot/hol...

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Late 20th Century American Blouses

Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s
Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s

Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in North Hollywood, CA

1970’s Whiting and Davis signature deep blue patterned chainmail halter top with silver ties around the neck and waist.

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1970s Halter Tops

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Whiting And Davis Chainmail Top For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary whiting and davis chainmail top for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, purple and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a whiting and davis chainmail top from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Whiting & Davis, Balmain and Pierre Balmain — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Whiting And Davis Chainmail Top?

Prices for a whiting and davis chainmail top can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $354 and can go as high as $3,788, while, on average they fetch $1,200.

Whiting & Davis for sale on 1stDibs

You might not expect chain-mesh bags to predate sliced bread by three decades, but it’s true. The very first mesh purse was created by Charles Whiting (1864–1940) in 1892 while working for the jewelry manufacturer Wade Davis & Company in Plainville, Massachusetts. Whiting joined the company at the age of 16, and by 1896 he formed a partnership to purchase it, renaming it the Whiting & Davis Company.

While the original Whiting & Davis mesh purse was made entirely by hand — artisans hammered out the links and wove them together — the company developed a machine to automate fabrication in 1912. With the ability to produce more rapidly and prolifically, Whiting & Davis became a veritable mesh empire, creating handbags and purses in all shapes, styles and colors, including ones made from precious metals, painted with Art Deco designs and silk-screened with Impressionistic images. The purses became status icons for the stylish elite, particularly with the flappers of the 1920s.

Over the years, Whiting & Davis struck up partnerships with some of the most talented designers of the time, including Paul Poiret, Elsa Schiaparelli and Elsa Peretti, who used their mesh in elegant pieces for Tiffany & Co., propelling their popularity even further. After a brief hiatus during World War II, when Whiting & Davis produced radar equipment rather than handbags, the brand continued to develop an ever-expanding line of products that included clothing.

In the 1970s, Whiting & Davis accessories and clothing were the rage of the disco scene. By the early 2000s, everyone from Paris Hilton to Lady Gaga donned the brand’s mesh handbags.

Recent innovations to their offerings include color mesh and fine mesh, with the brand refocusing on fashion jewelry with the launch of a new collection in 2013 featuring a revamped vintage snake-bracelet design. The company has been based in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, since 1995, also supplying its renowned chain mesh for industrial uses like work gloves and protective applications such as shark suits for divers.

Find vintage Whiting & Davis mesh handbags, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.