“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 18K Yellow Gold/Platinum Persian Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These David Webb earrings feature vibrant, round turquoise cabochons centered within a bold, square-shaped 18K yellow gold frame, accented by four triangular platinum clusters set wi...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Sapphire and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The David Webb earrings feature geometric-cut sapphires encircled by a halo of sparkling diamonds, blending contemporary elegance with timeless luxury. The two sapphires weigh appro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Laura Munder Topaz, Diamond and Mother of Pearl Dangle Earrings in 18KW Gold
By Laura Munder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Laura Munder blue topaz, diamond and mother of pearl dangle earrings in 18k white gold. These earrings feature two modern rose cut blue topaz totaling approximately 12.32 carats, se...
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold White Agate and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These 18k yellow gold drop earrings feature a combination of smooth white agate spheres and radiant pavé-set diamonds, creating a timeless architectural design. There are 104 round ...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18KYG and Platinum Onyx, White Enamel and Diamond Hex Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elevate your elegance with David Webb's striking hexagon drop earrings, featuring a captivating blend of onyx, white enamel, and dazzling diamonds. A true statement of sophistication...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Oval Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These elegant 18k yellow gold cluster earrings feature a vibrant central ruby cabochon framed by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds, further encircled by an alternating array of lush e...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Turquoise and Diamond Oval Clip-On Gold Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb turquoise and diamond earrings in 18 karat yellow gold with stylized branch design. These clip-on earrings feature 2 oval c...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Diamond, Cabochon Turquoise Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Each of flower head design, this pair of 18k gold and platinum earrings by David Webb are set with several brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.91 carats and pear-shaped t...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s David Webb Turquoise and Diamond Detachable Dangle Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with four Pear-Shaped Cabochon Turquoises and Round Brilliant and Marquise cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 10.00 carats. Signed by Da...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
David Webb Blue Turquoise Diamond Gold Platinum Oval Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18k gold and platinum earrings set with turquoise (16mm x 12mm) and approximately 0.48ctw of H/VS diamonds. The earrings measure 25mm x 20mm and weigh 30.3 grams. Marked: 900pt, 18k, Webb. DESIGNER: David Webb MATERIAL: 18k Gold, Platinum GEMSTONE: Turquoise, Diamonds WEIGHT: 30 grams DIMENSIONS: 25mm x 20mm *Note: earrings are designed for non-pierced ears David Webb: Formed in 1946 by partners David Webb and Nina Silberstein, David Webb Inc. created colorful jewelry...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Charles Turi Gold & Platinum Cabochon Turquoise w/ Diamond Halo Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Robbin's Egg Blue Color - 14x10 mm (approx.) (38) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb, 18K Gold Turquoise Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These earrings from David Webb feature a stunning combination of white enamel and turquoise, creating a striking contrast of vibrant colors. The turquoise measures approximately 11.4...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
