“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 Yelow Gold Cabochon Amethyst and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Amethyst And Diamond Cocktail Ring. Centering a large cabochon amethyst mounted East to West held by the bezel, accented with round cu...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Purple Amethyst Rhombus Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K yellow gold Purple Amethyst ring. Feels substantial and heavy on the finger. Stunning statement that works day to night. Top length: 34mm ztop width: 30mm Size 6
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Citrine and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Orange Citrine And Diamond Ring. Set with an oval-shaped citrine weighing approximately 17.95cts and accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 0.15ct, mounted in 18k gold and platinum, size 5 1/2, signed David Webb. As with every David Webb ring the sizing horse shoe bar...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Carved Smooth Purple Amethyst, Green Enamel And Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Since 1948, David Webb has carried forward a rich tradition of design,craftsmanship and creativity as an ICONIC American jewelry house. This is one of a few carved amethyst rings...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Round Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a modern looking oversized champagne diamond ring by David Webb. It is made in 18K solid gold as all of his rings, diamonds are mounted in platinum. This ring has a signature...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Diamond Cocktail Ring is a stunning and luxurious piece that offers both elegance and a touch of extravagance. Let's explore the details: **De...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst Diamond Ring, 18x14mm, 12.9 Grams, Sz 10, .20cttw
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst Diamond Ring, 18x14mm, 12.9 Grams, Sz 10, .20cttw. This is a 14kt yellow gold cathedral-style ring featuring an oval-cut amethyst measuring 18mm x 14mm...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold, Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely stunning ring, boasts a gorgeous 10.00 carat amethyst and measures 17.20 x 13.00 x 7.85 mm. Surrounded by top quality round brilliant cut and tapered baguette cut dia...
Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 10K yellow gold Diamond: 14 round brilliant cut = 0.70cttw Color: J Clarity: SI2-I1 Amethyst: 1 oval cut = 4.35ct Ring Size: 8.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business d...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
9K Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning tribute to timeless elegance, this vintage-style ring features a luminous oval amethyst at its heart — rich in royal purple hues. Nestled above and below are six round ame...
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold, Amethyst, & Diamond Albion Cocktail Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed gold, amethyst, and diamond Albion cocktail ring. By David Yurman. In 18 karat yellow gold. With a central bezel-set square cushion cut amethyst surrounded by a halo...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 12.50 Carat Amethyst and 1.10 Cttw Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Troy, MI
This classic fashion / cocktail ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a fine, deep purple amethyst = 12.50 Carats est. surrounded by 1.10 cttw est. diamonds. A cockta...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
