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David Webb Jewelry

American, 1925-1975

“Women are tired of jewelry-looking jewelry,” celebrated American designer David Webb once noted. In response, he created a menagerie of whimsical animals rendered as rings, brooches, earrings and, especially, bangle bracelets. This playfulness permeates all Webb’s work, which is characterized by brightly hued enamel and color-saturated semiprecious stones like coral, azurmalachite and turquoise, the notable exception being the clear, elegant rock crystal for which he had an affinity.

The North Carolina native apprenticed with his uncle, a silversmith, before moving to New York, where he established David Webb Inc. in 1948. He had no formal training in jewelry design. Instead, he culled inspiration from the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia, Egypt and the Americas, as well as the traditions of India and China — influences discernible in such pieces as his collar necklaces and talisman-like sautoirs. 

Webb’s first animal bracelet was produced in 1957. His most famous, the zebra, took shape in 1963; its stripes now form the company’s logo. Although Webb died in 1975, his company continues to produce designs drawn from his extensive archives, and every piece is still made in the workshop above its Madison Avenue store.

Find an alluring collection of David Webb jewelry on 1stDibs, including earrings, brooches and other accessories.

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Creator: David Webb
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Stunning David Webb shrimp earrings crafted in 18K Yellow Gold with significant black enameling and brilliant round cut diamonds in the center. Large rope like edges complete the loo...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Onion Dome Earrings
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Onion Dome Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Onion Dome Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

"American jeweller David Webb, whose house was established in the late 40’s, crafted designs that were embraced by Hollywood and New York society alike. This pair of earrings exemplifies Webb’s bold colors and graphic shapes. Designed as an upside down Onion Dome...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Yellow Gold Black Panther Mens Suit Set Cuff Links
David Webb Yellow Gold Black Panther Mens Suit Set Cuff Links

David Webb Yellow Gold Black Panther Mens Suit Set Cuff Links

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Panthers represent stealth, strength, and awareness. Their eyes are piercing as if they can look right through your soul. These cufflinks are crafted of black enamel over pure 18k ye...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Fleur De Lis White Enamel Ring
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Fleur De Lis White Enamel Ring

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Fleur De Lis White Enamel Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

A statement cocktail ring made in 18K Yellow Gold with Fleur de Lis Motif ring by David Webb. Featuring 0.75 Carats of Round Brilliant Diamonds. White Enamel. Measurements: Band Widt...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Platinum and 18K Gold Checkerboard Green, Red Enamel Diamond Earrings
David Webb Platinum and 18K Gold Checkerboard Green, Red Enamel Diamond Earrings

David Webb Platinum and 18K Gold Checkerboard Green, Red Enamel Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

This glamorous pair of David Webb earrings is simply jaw dropping. The perfect gift for any lady truly deserving of sophistication and class. Finished with green and red enameling, a...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Black Enamel Diamond Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Black Enamel Diamond Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Black Enamel Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Large and bold signature buckle design earrings by David Webb are fashioned as clip earrings. Applied with black enamel and set with round cut diamonds these earrings are striking an...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Yellow Gold Large Square Cushion Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings
David Webb Yellow Gold Large Square Cushion Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings

David Webb Yellow Gold Large Square Cushion Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Amazing ear clips by David Webb. Large and stunning with very little signs of wear. Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. Length: 27mm Width: 27mm

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1980s American Vintage David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel, Diamond And Coral Barrel Shaped Earring
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel, Diamond And Coral Barrel Shaped Earring

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel, Diamond And Coral Barrel Shaped Earring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Stud Collection. These are barrel-like shaped earrings mounted with carved coral, collet-set diamonds, black enamel, 18K gold, and platin...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cushion Clip-On Earrings
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cushion Clip-On Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cushion Clip-On Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Classic looking clip on earrings by David Webb with a gold geometrict pattern atop it's surface. Enameling is in great condition. Gold can be polished to give it a new look. Clip on...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Black Enamel, Striped and Diamond Tear Drop Clip Earrings
David Webb Black Enamel, Striped and Diamond Tear Drop Clip Earrings

David Webb Black Enamel, Striped and Diamond Tear Drop Clip Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb dome pear shaped clip earrings with signature Zebra stripes and diamonds. David Webb 18kt chic glossy earrings with black enamel and round cut diamonds on platinum plaques...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Round Disks with Diamond Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Round Disks with Diamond Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Round Disks with Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Diamond Solid 18K Yellow and White Gold Lightning Bolt Ear Clips by David Webb. These lovely earrings from David Webb are crafted of solid 18k yellow gold with white gold lightning...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Gold Spotted Earrings
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Gold Spotted Earrings

David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Gold Spotted Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Vintage domed motif earclips, featuring black enamel with round gold spot accents, in 18k yellow gold. Stamped 'WEBB' Circa 1970s. Clip Earrings. Length: 25mm Width: 20mm.

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Yellow Gold Round Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings
David Webb Yellow Gold Round Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings

David Webb Yellow Gold Round Black Enamel Clip-On Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

These stunning round clip on Earrings by David Webb are in excellent vintage condition and have no visible damage and very little wear. They are black enamel with gold tone metal str...

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1970s American Modern Vintage David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Diamond Black Enamel Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Diamond Black Enamel Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Buckle Diamond Black Enamel Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Introducing a striking pair of David Webb signature buckle design earrings, exuding a bold and captivating presence. These unique earrings are crafted as clip-ons, ensuring ease of w...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Diamond Metro Clip Earrings
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Diamond Metro Clip Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Diamond Metro Clip Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Comes to us from Metro Collection, by David Webb these fabolous white enamel earrings are made in a shape of a shield. Accented with round cut diamonds make these earrings your out a...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Dome Oval Button Clip Earrings
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Dome Oval Button Clip Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Dome Oval Button Clip Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Fall in love with these impressive David Webb yellow gold clip on earrings of a significant size. Impress everyone in the room when wearing these fantastic yellow gold earrings. Desi...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Bombe Pave Diamond Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Bombe Pave Diamond Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Bombe Pave Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Perfect for everyday wear these oval dome pave set diamond earrings by David Webb, are somewhat settle and yet have enough glam for day to night wear. Fit perfectly on any ear compl...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

"Crafted in 18K gold and platinum; set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 1.90 carats, most with F-G color and VS clarity; oval cabochon rubies, mea...

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20th Century American Modern David Webb Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Clip-On and Pierced Earrings
David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Clip-On and Pierced Earrings

David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Clip-On and Pierced Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

A pair of diamond and enamel earclips, David Webb set with white enamel, accented by articulated shield-shaped panels, pave-set with round brilliant-cu...

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20th Century American Contemporary David Webb Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

David Webb jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of David Webb jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage David Webb jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that David Webb diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 822, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 1,280 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Diana M. Jewels, Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., and Barry Kieselstein-Cord. Prices for David Webb jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,250 and tops out at $2,200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $23,449.
Questions About David Webb Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify David Webb jewelry, search the piece carefully for a maker's mark. The luxury jewelry maker stamps its pieces with the word "Webb." By comparing your piece to pictures shared on trusted online resources, you can then determine when your piece was produced, find out its name and learn further information. David Webb also offers an authentication service, though there is a fee to use it. Information about how to request an authentication is available on the brand's official website. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of David Webb jewelry.