Whiting & Davis Earrings

American

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

$245

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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20th Century Whiting & Davis Earrings

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

$275

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 Earrings

Vintage WHITING DAVIS signed silver tone designer clip on earrings

$195

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 Earrings

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

$450

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

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a pair of Whiting & Davis pearl and mesh drop earrings. These Art Deco style gold-tone clip back earrings have large simulated pearls decorated with clear pavé rhinestone...

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Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal

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

$195

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 Earrings

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

$475

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 Earrings

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

$475

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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Antique 22K Gold South Indian Spear Shaped Drop Earrings, Early 1900s

$1,100

W 0.32 in L 1.25 in

Antique 22K Gold South Indian Spear Shaped Drop Earrings, Early 1900s

Located in Nantucket, MA

Unusual spear shaped earrings from South India, in 22K gold with fine tooling work along the spine and at the top of the wire. Early 1900's. For pierced ears. The fine jewelry co...

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Alex Jona Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

$3,021 / item

H 0.96 in W 0.7 in D 0.19 in

Alex Jona Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rough frosted yellow gold stud earrings. Dimensions: H 0.96in/24.51mm, W 0.70in/18mm, D 0.19in/5mm. Alex Jona jewels sta...

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

House of Schiaparelli Multicolor and Iridized VariStone Earclips

$775

House of Schiaparelli Multicolor and Iridized VariStone Earclips

By Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli's costume jewelery of the 1950's continued the leit motifs from her pre-war and post-war couture collections. Nature,art, ethnic cultures...

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Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Earclip Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold

$3,999

Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Earclip Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in New York, NY

Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Ear Clip Earrings These arty original Retro ear clips from the 1970s are designed with diamonds, rubies and emeralds...

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18k Gold

22K Gold Hindu Dangle Earrings, Mid-20th Century, India, Floral Motif

$2,900

W 0.5 in L 1 in

22K Gold Hindu Dangle Earrings, Mid-20th Century, India, Floral Motif

Located in Nantucket, MA

A charming pair of 22K gold Hindu pendants converted to earrings. The delicate hand tooling depicts the folklore of the 7 sisters and the protective bro...

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22k Gold

1960s William De Lillo Shell Earrings

$1,100

W 2 in L 3.5 in

1960s William De Lillo Shell Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A beautiful pair of William de Lillo chandelier earrings with large white coral cabochons and 4 pieces of mother of pearl shell dandling from the bottom. Both pieces signed Dellio, d...

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Coral

Chanel Collectible Green Resin Gold Plated Vase Drop Earrings circa 1980s

$13,500

W 1.25 in L 4.5 in

Chanel Collectible Green Resin Gold Plated Vase Drop Earrings circa 1980s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These Chanel Collectible Green Resin Gold Plated Vase Drop Earrings from the circa 1980s are a striking example of vintage costume jewelry and a testament to Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic ...

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Late 20th Century French Whiting & Davis Earrings

Deborah Lockhart Phillips 18K Gold Floral Drop Earrings, Circa 1960

$1,100 / set

W 0.5 in L 1.25 in

Deborah Lockhart Phillips 18K Gold Floral Drop Earrings, Circa 1960

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

18K gold, hand cast drop earrings with a subtle floral motif. Originally old Indian pendants from a necklace. The 18K gold posts are hand tooled, for pierced ears. C. 1960. The f...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Whiting & Davis Earrings

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18k Gold

Chanel Costume Pearl Gold-Tone CC Cut-Out Clip-On Earrings

$1,895

W 2.4 in L 3.75 in

Chanel Costume Pearl Gold-Tone CC Cut-Out Clip-On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel Costume Pearl Gold-Tone CC Cut-Out Clip-On Earrings are a stunning statement piece that seamlessly blends classic elegance with modern design. These earrings feature a sop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Whiting & Davis Earrings

1.43ct Diamond Snake Drop Earrings with Ruby Eyes in 18K Gold

$875

W 0.88 in L 1.5 in

1.43ct Diamond Snake Drop Earrings with Ruby Eyes in 18K Gold

Located in Nantucket, MA

A pair of coiled snake earrings with round, brilliant cut diamonds set in rhodium plating with faceted ruby eyes. 18K gold post for pierced ears. Total wei...

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21st Century and Contemporary Whiting & Davis Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

1980s Cartier Inspired Sculpted Two-Tone 14k Gold Plated Clip-On Earrings

$295

L 1 in

1980s Cartier Inspired Sculpted Two-Tone 14k Gold Plated Clip-On Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing our exquisite 1980s Cartier Inspired Sculpted Two-Tone 14k Gold Plated Clip-On Earrings. These striking earrings feature a bold silver and goldstone striped design, ingen...

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Late 20th Century Whiting & Davis Earrings

Alex Jona Morganite Quartz 18 Karat Gold Drop Earrings

$3,312 / item

H 1.86 in W 0.56 in D 0.24 in

Alex Jona Morganite Quartz 18 Karat Gold Drop Earrings

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold drop earrings set with a crazy cut Quartz over Morganite weighing 20.86 carats. Dimensions : H 1.85 in x W 0.5...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Whiting & Davis Earrings

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Multi-gemstone, Morganite, Quartz, 18k Gold, Gold

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WHITING DAVIS signed vintage gold ruby red glass designer clip on earrings

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WHITING DAVIS signed vintage gold ruby red 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 S...

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Vintage WHITING DAVIS gold watermelon glass designer runway clip on earrings

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Vintage WHITING DAVIS gold watermelon glass designer runway clip on earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...

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Whiting & Davis Mesh and Candy Apple Red Enamel Statement Earrings, circa 1980s

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Whiting & Davis Mesh and Candy Apple Red Enamel Statement Earrings, circa 1980s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in McKinney, TX

These stunning 1980s Whiting & Davis candy apple red enamel clip-on earrings feature the distinctive metal mesh that made the iconic brand a success. Extra large in size, these vibrant earrings make a bold statement and are a wonderful addition to your vintage jewelry collection! ABOUT WHITING & DAVIS: Founded in the late 1800s, Whiting & Davis is famous for their mesh bags...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Whiting & Davis Earrings

Whiting and Davis Vintage Disco Metal Mesh Earrings, 1970s

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Whiting and Davis Vintage Disco Metal Mesh Earrings, 1970s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Vintage 1970's Whiting & Davis disco chain mail clipback earrings. Earrings measure 2.5" in length and are unsigned. In very good vintage condition.

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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Whiting & Davis Earrings

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Base Metal

Whiting & Davis Silver and Amber Rhinestone Earrings

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Whiting & Davis Silver and Amber Rhinestone Earrings

By Whiting & Davis

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These Whiting & Davis earrings are silver with an amber colored rhinestone in the center. They have an oval shape and are in fair vintage condition with some tarnishing mainly on...

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1950s American Vintage Whiting & Davis Earrings

Whiting and Davis Co. Set, Gold with Lucite

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Whiting and Davis Co. Set, Gold with Lucite

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set is composed of a gold hued metal and Lucite. The bracelet features a hinged opening. The earrings are a basic clasp closure. The necklace has a large pendent...

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20th Century Unknown Whiting & Davis Earrings

Whiting & Davis earrings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Whiting & Davis earrings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Whiting & Davis jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Whiting & Davis pearl earrings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 1 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 1980s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider earrings by Ciner NY, Sophia D, and Weiss. Prices for Whiting & Davis earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $299 and tops out at $299, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $299.

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Questions About Whiting & Davis Earrings

Are Whiting & Davis bags made in China?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
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.
What is Stuart Davis’s art style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Stuart Davis's art style is largely Cubist. He used the hard-edge painting technique to create dramatic differences in color. Many of his works draw inspiration from jazz and swing music, and historians credit him with influencing the Pop artists that emerged later in the 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Stuart Davis art.
How old is the Davis Cabinet Company?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
The Davis Cabinet Company is more than 90 years old. The company, founded by Lipscomb "Lip" Davis in 1929, grew out of a lumber mill operation located on the Cumberland River in Tennessee. Owners of the mill opened the Standard Furniture Company to put leftover lumber to use. Davis worked for Standard Furniture for eight years before he bought out the company and reopened it as the Davis Cabinet Company. Find a diverse assortment of Davis Cabinet Company furniture on 1stDibs.
What is a white quartz?
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White quartz, also called milk quartz, is believed to be a powerful healing and balancing gemstone. The white hue is caused by small fluid inclusions of liquid, gas, or both that are trapped during the crystal formation. Shop a collection of vintage and modern white quartz jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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