Mappin & Webb

British

Appointed the Crown Jeweler in 2012, Mappin & Webb is one of the most widely recognized makers of silver and luxury goods in the world. With a roster of prestigious clients that has included six British monarchs as well as Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill and Harry Houdini, the historic firm has supplied fine jewelry and silver objects for royalty all over the globe including the Russian Imperial Household, the Siamese royal family and the Indian Maharaja.

Mappin & Webb’s origins are rooted in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield. He opened in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm.

Nearing 1860, two of the great-grandsons, eldest Sir William Mappin and youngest John Mappin, left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and was joined two years later by his brother-in-law George Webb. Webb passed away in 1868 — the same year that saw the family form Mappin & Webb Co.

Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants since then.

Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Today Mappin & Webb is among the most prominent makers of Sheffield silver in the world.

Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions.

Find antique Mappin & Webb serveware, decorative objects and other collectibles on 1stDibs.

Designer: Mappin & Webb

1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag

$1,093

1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, GB

An excellent condition rare late 1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd gently padded dark-bole-brown lizard handbag, comprising of one compartment with one zipper pocket and two patch pockets, ful...

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20th Century English Mappin & Webb

DONNA KARAN Black Gold Leather Wallet

$80

DONNA KARAN Black Gold Leather Wallet

By Donna Karan

Located in San Francisco, CA

DONNA KARAN wallet in a black leather featuring multiple card and cash slots, and gold tone metal clip closure.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate signs of wear, as is. Measurements...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mappin & Webb

CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag

$7,142

H 5.52 in W 9.45 in D 3.15 in

CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag Serial Number: 24492803 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authenticity Deta...

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2010s Italian Mappin & Webb

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle

$325

Size: Medium Capacity

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle: Triangular shaped bag with single loop handle and pointed corners. Beautiful caramel colo...

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1940s American Mappin & Webb

Black leather hand bag with 2 front pockets Yves Saint Laurent

$1,061

H 7.49 in W 11.42 in D 3.94 in

Black leather hand bag with 2 front pockets Yves Saint Laurent

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black leather hand bag with 2 front pockets with snap closure. Black fabric lining. Snap closure middle top. 2 pockets inside ( one with zip, one without) ' gold metal studs underne...

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Early 2000s Italian Mappin & Webb

Koret's Woven 2 Tone Hard Purse

$395

Koret's Woven 2 Tone Hard Purse

By Koret

Located in New York, NY

Hard purse by Koret USA. Hand woven in Italy of gold and silver toned metal wires and lined in gold leather. 8" x 5" x 2". handle 10". Excellent conditio...

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1960s American Mappin & Webb

1973 Hermes Chocolate Brown 32cm Supple Kelly Box Bag

Sold|~~$15,750~~

1973 Hermes Chocolate Brown 32cm Supple Kelly Box Bag

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Vintage chocolate brown box leather 32cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1973, as told by the circle C stamp. Top handle, lock and key fob. Very minor scuffing on surface for the age of this bag. Interior zip compartment as well as two interior front slit pockets. In unused vintage condition with a clean interior. A timeless classic. Original shoulder strap not included. First designed in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag that was referred to as the sac à dépêches. It was then renamed to the Kelly after actress Grace Kelly was photographed numerous times with the bag (most notably, while she was pregnant and using it to cover her baby bump). The impeccable craftsmanship, classic silhouette, scarcity, and unique history make the Kelly a must-have for any handbag collector. It can take a single Hermès craftsman...

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1970s French Mappin & Webb

Hermes Birkin 35cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag

$33,500

H 11 in W 14 in D 7 in

Hermes Birkin 35cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Birkin 35cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag Store Fresh. Brand New in Box. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect holiday gift! Comes with lock, keys, cloche...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mappin & Webb

Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin New Wave Hold Me Top Handle Bag

$2,250

Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin New Wave Hold Me Top Handle Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin New Wave Hold Me Top Handle Bag SKU: 149566 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Make waves in the style department with the New W...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mappin & Webb

Hermès Customised Bandana Print Kelly 28 Black Box GHW

$28,000

H 8.67 in D 3.94 in L 11.03 in

Hermès Customised Bandana Print Kelly 28 Black Box GHW

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

This one of a kind Hermès Kelly in Box Leather features a white intricate bandana print . The bag is customised and the stencil is not original to the piece. Its black leather facade...

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20th Century British Mappin & Webb

Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather Laguito Briefcase Bag

$2,006Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.03 in W 1.97 in L 14.97 in

Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather Laguito Briefcase Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Paris, FR

Louis Vuitton green Taiga leather "Laguito" leather briefcase featuring a top handle, a foldover top with gold-tone flip-lock closure, a textured Taiga leather, gold-tone hardware, l...

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Early 2000s French Mappin & Webb

Birkin Shoulder Olive Togo Palladium Hardware

$20,496

H 8.67 in L 15.75 in

Birkin Shoulder Olive Togo Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Berlin, DE

Hermès Birkin shoulder in olive and togo leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn but has small white marks on the back, as you can see in the last picture, and a small one...

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2010s French Mappin & Webb

Celine Navy Calf Leather Shoulder Bag

$952

H 8.27 in W 2.37 in L 10.44 in

Celine Navy Calf Leather Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Navy box calfskin leather shoulder bag featuring gold-tone hardware with signature “C” on front clasp closure, adjustable shoulder strap (2.5cm X 76cm), rounded bottom, leathe...

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1990s French Mappin & Webb

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Questions About Mappin & Webb

Does Mappin and Webb make watches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
Whether Mappin & Webb makes watches has evolved over time. In the late 19th century, Mappin & Webb began producing a line of timepieces. The company even supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with its acclaimed Campaign watch. After World War II, the luxury silversmith gradually phased out its watch production. Today, the company is an authorized dealer for numerous luxury watchmakers and sells these companies' timepieces in its stores. Find a variety of Mappin & Webb jewelry on 1stDibs.
When did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin & Webb?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
The answer to the question of when did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin & Webb may be a bit surprising, as it's a misconception that the latter company purchased the former. By the 1990s, the company Asprey owned both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland. In 1998, Judith Pilkington arranged for the sale of both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland, starting a new organization. Subsequently, the two brands went through a series of owners, including the Baugur Group, Landsbanki and Apollo Global Management. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
What is the history of Mappin watches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
The history of Mappin watches began in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield, England. He opened it in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century, when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm. Two of the great-grandsons, William and John Mappin, later left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and his brother-in-law George Webb joined him two years later. Webb died in 1868 — the same year the family formed Mappin & Webb Co. Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants ever since. Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Later in the 20th century, Mappin & Webb moved away from manufacturing its own watches and instead focused on carrying luxury timepieces from other makers in its stores. Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Mappin & Webb jewelry.
What did Philip Webb make?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philip Webb made furniture, as well as stained glass, wallpapers and tapestries. He was also a well-known architect, and the country homes he designed throughout England helped to define the style of the Arts and Crafts Movement. You'll find a range of Philip Webb furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I identify David Webb jewelry?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify Thomas Webb glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify Thomas Webb glass, flip the item over and look for a maker's marking. Most pieces feature either a sandblasted or acid-etched hallmark. Over the maker's long history, Thomas Webb employed many different markings. Some simply say “Webb,” while others read “Thos Webb” or “Thomas Webb.” You can find images of the markings on trusted online resources and compare them to the marks on your piece to determine if it's a Thomas Webb and approximately when it may have been made. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you identify the items. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of Thomas Webb glass.