“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 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bombe Citrine Large Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the luxurious beauty of the David Webb Bombe Design Ring, a statement piece that elegantly centers around an oval-shaped citrine and is adorned with brilliant-cut...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
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 Large Round Citrine Fashion Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb cocktail ring is an exquisite blend of timeless design and craftsmanship. The focal point of this elegant piece is a stunning 24mm wide citrine gemstone. Set i...
Citrine, 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
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 Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Dome Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The diamond dome ring designed by David Webb is a true masterpiece of jewelry design. It is crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold, which give the ring a classic and timeless appeal...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 3.27 Carat Citrine and 0.80 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Ring (1984)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.27 carat citrine, 0.80 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage citrine ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The pierced decorated, interlacing rope twist strand setting displays an impressive central claw set 3.27ct oval faceted cut citrine. The oval-shaped setting is further embellished with four individually claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 0.80ct, in an unusual asymmetric formation. The trifurcating ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the hallmarked stranded ring shank. The impressive vintage cocktail ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the maker's mark (R&PK), the gold guarantee mark (crown), 18k gold fineness mark ( 750 ), the London Assay Office hallmark (leopard's head) and the date letter for 1984 (K). This impressive vintage 1980s jewelry...
Citrine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Oval Brilliant Cut Citrine Cocktail Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage (1970s) 18 Karat yellow gold cocktail ring with a large oval brilliant cut citrine in a classic yellow gold mount. The ring is not marked for the gold content and the manuf...
Citrine, Yellow Gold
Vintage 28 Ct Oval Citrine and Diamond 18K White and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
This classic ring is crafted in 18K gold and features a well cut golden colored oval shaped citrine measuring 29.5 mm long x 14.6 mm wide and approximately 11mm in depth. The Citrine...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This elegant ring, offered by Claris-A is centered on a vivid yellow sapphire, presented in a refined, structured setting that emphasizes balance and symmetry. The sapphire is framed...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Oval Citrine, 'App. 7.96 Cts', and Graduated Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This delightful ring features a center oval faceted, medium to dark orange color citrine, approximately 7.96 CTS, flanked by graduated round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.32 TCW, prong set. The ring is adorned by a ribbed shank...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8 Carat Oval Madeira Citrine and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oval Madeira Citrine and Diamond Gold Vintage Ring. Centering a securely Hand set securely nestled 8 Carat Oval Madeira Citrine. Artfully surrounded...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
