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Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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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.

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WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone vintage black glass designer clip on earrings
WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone vintage black glass designer clip on earrings

WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone vintage black glass designer clip on earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING DAVIS • silver tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku...

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1970s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Metal Fringed Vintage 70s Bib Necklace
1970s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Metal Fringed Vintage 70s Bib Necklace

1970s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Metal Fringed Vintage 70s Bib Necklace

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Located in San Diego, CA

Rare WHITING AND DAVOIS late 70s gold fringe metallic chain mail Egyptian style disco bib necklace ! This gem just screams STUDIO 54 ! Adjustable clasp can be worn at different leng...

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Whiting Davis Silver Snake Clamper
Whiting Davis Silver Snake Clamper

Whiting Davis Silver Snake Clamper

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Vintage Whiting & Davis Gold-Tone Mesh Triangle Scarf Necklace, 1970s
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1960's Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Scarf Necklace
1960's Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Scarf Necklace

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Located in Toronto, Ontario

Known for inventing metal mesh at the turn of the last century, this Whiting & Davis goldtone mesh scarf necklace from the 1960's is stylish, chic ...

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1960s American Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Gold Plate

WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone leafs designer clamper bracelet
WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone leafs designer clamper bracelet

WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone leafs designer clamper bracelet

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING DAVIS • silver tone • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS  •  CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear  Sku A67 ❤️❤️ V...

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Whiting & Davis Art Deco Gold Plate Pearl Drop Earrings, 1980s USA
Whiting & Davis Art Deco Gold Plate Pearl Drop Earrings, 1980s USA

Whiting & Davis Art Deco Gold Plate Pearl Drop Earrings, 1980s USA

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Atlanta, GA

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WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage silver tone designer key chain
WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage silver tone designer key chain

WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage silver tone designer key chain

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING & DAVIS • silver tone • vintage designer key chain MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A63 ...

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20th Century Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse Bag
Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse Bag

Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

New, in its original box with tags, Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse / Bag. Includes original care instructions from the maker. Popular in the 1920s & ear...

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Early 20th Century American Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Other

WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage gold tone cameo glass designer clip earrings
WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage gold tone cameo glass designer clip earrings

WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage gold tone cameo glass designer clip earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING & DAVIS • gold plated with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...

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20th Century Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

Vintage WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone designer clip on earrings
Vintage WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone designer clip on earrings

Vintage WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone designer clip on earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING DAVIS • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...

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1980s Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

Vintage 1970's Gold Mesh Whiting & Davis Cowl Mesh Necklace Nib Necklace Mesh
Vintage 1970's Gold Mesh Whiting & Davis Cowl Mesh Necklace Nib Necklace Mesh

Vintage 1970's Gold Mesh Whiting & Davis Cowl Mesh Necklace Nib Necklace Mesh

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking 1970's Whiting & Davis necklace with a central statement gold mesh cowl neck is the perfect stand out jewellery piece for your collection. Measurement of necklace...

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1970s Retro Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Mixed Metal

Unusual Whiting Davis Victorian Hands Clamper
Unusual Whiting Davis Victorian Hands Clamper

Unusual Whiting Davis Victorian Hands Clamper

By Whiting & Davis

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Whiting Davis Gilt Victorian Hand Expansion Clamper from the 1980's. Signature gilt mesh made into a "rope" body with hands with ornate cuff end ...

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1980s American Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Gilt Metal

1930s Whiting & Davis Metal Mesh NOS Deadstock Gold-Tone Gauntlet Bracelet Set
1930s Whiting & Davis Metal Mesh NOS Deadstock Gold-Tone Gauntlet Bracelet Set

1930s Whiting & Davis Metal Mesh NOS Deadstock Gold-Tone Gauntlet Bracelet Set

By Whiting & Davis

Located in North Attleboro, MA

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Base Metal

WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone glass cameo designer bracelet
WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone glass cameo designer bracelet

WHITING DAVIS signed vintage silver tone glass cameo designer bracelet

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING DAVIS • silver tone with glass • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...

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20th Century Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

WHITING & DAVIS signed silver carved cameo glass designer clip on earrings
WHITING & DAVIS signed silver carved cameo glass designer clip on earrings

WHITING & DAVIS signed silver carved cameo glass designer clip on earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING & DAVIS • silver tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...

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1980s Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage Egyptian pharaoh glass designer clip on earrings
WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage Egyptian pharaoh glass designer clip on earrings

WHITING & DAVIS signed vintage Egyptian pharaoh glass designer clip on earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING & DAVIS • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...

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1980s Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

WHITING & DAVIS signed gold glass designer clip on earrings brooch set
WHITING & DAVIS signed gold glass designer clip on earrings brooch set

WHITING & DAVIS signed gold glass designer clip on earrings brooch set

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed WHITING & DAVIS • gold plated with glass • vintage designer earrings brooch set MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal si...

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Vintage Whiting & Davis Hematite Clamper Cuffs, Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed
Vintage Whiting & Davis Hematite Clamper Cuffs, Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed

Vintage Whiting & Davis Hematite Clamper Cuffs, Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed

By Whiting & Davis

Located in McKinney, TX

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1960s American Modern Vintage Whiting & Davis Jewelry & Watches

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Located in Atlanta, GA

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    Whether Whiting & Davis bags are made in China varies. The company was founded in Plainville, Massachusetts, in 1876 and has been based in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, since 1995. Its collectible vintage handbags were largely produced at its own workshop in Massachusetts. However, Whiting & Davis has outsourced some of its newer bags to factories in China. On 1stDibs, find a range of Whiting & Davis apparel and accessories.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Fancy white diamonds are dazzling opaque white diamonds. They have a translucent appearance that is similar to white moonstone. They contain minute particles that scatter light and cause the stone to look somewhat turbid white. Find a wide variety of fancy white diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The antique white color is a hue that combines grey and white and has a bronze undertone. It is classified as a soft and warm off white.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    A white Oxford shirt is a white dress shirt or casual sports shirt made of Oxford cloth, which is a durable and heavily structured fabric that consists of multiple weft threads that cross over an equal number of warp threads. Oxford cloth is said to have originated in a Scottish mill during the 19th century. The popularization of the Oxford cloth button-down shirt style, which is commonly abbreviated as OCBD, has been traced to when Brooks Brothers president John Brooks witnessed a polo match in England back then. He was so compelled by the fact that the players’ shirt collars were fastened to their shirts with buttons that he returned to the States and created a shirt design informed by the players’ garments. Oxford shirts now come in all kinds of colors and prints. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of shirts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best white dinnerware is a matter of personal preference. To select the best one, we suggest thinking about styles and price as well as your specific needs so you can find the best set for your preferences and budget. Visit 1stDibs for the most suitable dinnerware options to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Off-White is a designer brand. The term designer brand refers to a brand that features the designs of a particular person or group of people. Initially, founder Virgil Abloh served as Off-White's creative director and designer. Following Abloh's death in 2022, Sabrina Mandelli and Wayne Fitzell designed for the brand, and in 2023, Ibrahim Kamara took over as the creative director for Off-White. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Off-White apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rolex makes several different watches in white gold, giving you lots of options. According to the Rolex website, its white gold is made with only the purest metals and meticulously inspected before being formed and shaped into the fine timepieces that you expect from Rolex. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Whether white furniture is nice is largely a matter of personal preference. However, many people like the clean, bright appearance of white pieces, and the neutral color is versatile enough to work with many palettes and interior design themes. Shop a selection of white furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Off-White used to be called Pyrex Vision. That was the name of designer Virgil Abloh's fashion brand when he first launched it in 2012. The following year, he renamed the company Off-White. In interviews, Abloh explained that the name represented the area between black and white, symbolizing that his brand's style fell between streetwear and couture fashion. Find a collection of Off-White apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    What white sapphire symbolizes varies based on individual beliefs. Due to its color, white sapphire is synonymous with purity and innocence for many people. Others believe that the gemstone represents good fortune and protection from evil. White sapphire is also the birthstone for Cancer sun signs in western astrology. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of white sapphire jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    The brand Off-White makes Off-White clothing. Designer Virgil Abloh founded the brand in 2013 and served as its creative director until his death in 2021. Stylist Ibrahim Kamara took over the role in 2022. Shop a wide range of Off-White apparel from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.