“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.
David Webb amethyst 18k yellow gold green enamel three stone ring
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage David Webb three stone ring is a powerful expression of the house’s unmistakable design language—bold, sculptural, and unapologetically luxurious. Three substantial cabo...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring An exquisite estate ring by David Webb, crafted in platinum and 18K yellow gold, showcasing a magnificent 6...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
David Webb GIA Certified 5.01 Carat F VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary David Webb platinum three-stone ring is a masterclass in refined architecture and exceptional diamond quality. At its center sits a breathtaking 5.01 carat emerald...
Diamond, Platinum
$532Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
18k Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring This refined three-stone ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and centers on a bezel-set emerald weighing approximately 0.75 car...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Summit Turquoise And Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Bold color meets shimmering elegance in this stunning Turquoise and Diamond Pavé Ring by David Webb. This exquisite piece features a captivating turquoise stone, set amidst a sea of ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Red Enamel Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of vibrant elegance with the David Webb Solitaire Ring from the Colors Collection. This mesmerizing ring showcases the impeccable artistry of David Webb, combinin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rubellite and Green Beryl Three Stone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Deep hue rests at the heart of this ring. The central jewel is a dark red rubellite with a hint of purple. It’s cut into a cushion and set between four corner prongs tipped with roun...
White Diamond, Green Beryl, Rubelite, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, 18k G...
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Geodesic Dome Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pavé-set, platinum, and 18 karat gold Geodesic Dome diamond ring, by David Webb, first made in c. 1965. The ring measures a Size 7. It is signed WEBB, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Large Turquoise And Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of timeless elegance with the Estate Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring by the esteemed designer David Webb. This captivating piece effortlessly captures the essence...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Imbued with an air of sophistication and expert artisanship, this engagement ring stands as a paragon of classic beauty. At the heart of its design lies a remarkable 3-carat emerald-...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Flower Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection with the Exquisite David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Flower Ring, a rare vintage treasure that ep...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Sexy sophistication was the scaffolding for the design of the #Manhattan Minimalism# Collection. Particularly this fabulous #Wave# ring made of white enamel on 18K gold and platinum ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Oversized Lapis and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb platinum and 18K yellow gold oversized lapis and diamond ring is very special. It is crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. The combination of ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb could be considered the king of enamel, and this bold, geometric design is a wonderful example of his work. The proportion is perfect, allowing for a comfortably worn and ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald Tiger Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Original David Webb Tiger Ring with green emeralds, diamonds, and black enamel. The Tiger ring by David Webb is an iconic piece of jewelry. The ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond 18 Karat Ring In Stock
By David Webb
Located in Boca Raton, FL
David Webb Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond 18-Karat Ring This stunning David Webb ring features a captivating natural emerald cabochon, elegantly complemented by 2 shimmering sid...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 3.02 Carat GIA Certified Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful David Webb platinum engagement ring featuring a GIA graded 3.02ct G color VS2 clarity emerald cut diamond flanked by trapezoids weighing approximately 1.50cts and is signed...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
David Webb 3.95 Carat GIA Cert Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Ring Containing a 3.95 Carat E VS1 GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Flanked by Trapezoids Weighing Approximately 1.50 Carats Signed Webb.
Diamond, Platinum
DAVID WEBB Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Webb
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A stunning, yet traditional design, compliments of David Webb... An intense emerald of 3.50 carats anchors the center of this classically styled ring, flanked on either side by an em...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
DAVID WEBB GIA 4.52cts Natural Burmese Ruby, Diamond & Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic three-stone ring featuring a stunning pigeon blood red natural GIA certified Burmese ruby. The ruby is accentuated with two emerald cut light fancy yellow diamonds. The sto...
DAVID WEBB Emerald and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An iconic David Webb ring in 18k and platinum, set with one center emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 4ct. The emerald is then accented by two emerald cut diamonds weighing 0...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum