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David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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
Gemstone: Jade
David Webb Jade Diamond Ruby Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Jade has been regarded historically by the Chinese as the “stone of heaven,” prized above diamonds, and considered to be a metaphor for longevity, wisdom, and purity. The Mandarin character for jade, or you, has two meanings: “imperial” and “heaven” - symbolizing the link between heaven and earth. These David Webb Ancient World Vintage Carved Jade Button Earrings have the quality of significant artifacts yet, at the same time, are imbued with his dazzling colorful style and updated Art Deco glamour. The domed clip-back earrings, perhaps dating to the 20th century, circa the 1980s, are symmetrical in composition, crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum, and set with 16 cabochon red rubies and 16 round brilliant cut diamonds which encircle a pair of rich Chinese jade carvings...
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20th Century American David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Door Knocker Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pair of fancy 18K yellow gold earrings by David Webb. The top part is decorated with gold scroll motifs, the bottom part features massive jade door knocker shaped pendants. Each ea...
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Late 20th Century American David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Teardrop Dangling Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These are easy to wear clip on drop earrings by David Webb. Made with natural jade in pure 18k yellow gold you will love how impressive these earrings look. Normally David Webb earri...
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20th Century American Modern David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Oversized Oval Jade Ruby Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely spectacular these oversized jade earrings will make all heads turn they are that gorgeous! We love the apple color green and the dome surface of the clip. Each earring is ...
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20th Century American Modern David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Carved Jade Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Spiritual and earthy this pair of yellow gold earrings is set with carved jade of 17mm x 11mm in size. Clip on closure. L: 1.1 inches W: 0.8in
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20th Century American Modern David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Carved and Pierced Jade Hammered 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand hammered 18 karat yellow gold earrings set with carved and pierced jade. These earrings showcase exceptional attention to detail. Created by David ...
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1960s American Vintage David Webb Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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David Webb clip-on earrings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of David Webb clip-on earrings 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 clip-on earrings, from our inventory of 195, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 348 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 clip-on earrings by Tiffany & Co., Hammerman Brothers, and Valentin Magro. Prices for David Webb clip-on earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,500 and tops out at $250,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $16,190.

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