“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 Carved Jade Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic chunky link necklace that holds one carved jade at it's focal point. Trendy yet very elegant this necklace speaks David Webb. Rich 18k yellow gold solid links feel substantial on the neck. Center apple green carved jade...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Gold Azurmalachite And Diamond Chain Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous necklace is an 18 karat yellow gold, diamond and azurmalachite necklace designed and signed by David Webb. The necklace centers a large smooth oval tablet of high quali...
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire, Green Emerald And Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, and Mother-of-Pearl Necklace is a rare and exquisite vintage masterpiece. This exceptional necklace features a beautifu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban link color stone necklace. Mounted with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds. 18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Em...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hexagonal-Shaped Azurmalachite Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Centering upon a circular-cut diamond and hexagonal-shaped azurmalachite plaque, enhanced by a cabochon ruby within a circular-cut diamond frame, joined by cabochon ruby bar links to...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
William Goldberg 63 Carat Spectacular Diamond Infinity Necklace
By William Goldberg
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful example of how fancy shapes can really create a statement piece of jewelry is this diamond necklace by William Goldberg. Designed as a two-row swag of Ashoka [brand name ...
Diamond, Platinum
Convertible 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Necklace with Detachable Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This bold and luxurious necklace is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold with a classic Cuban link chain, showcasing a stunning detachable pendant that transforms into a brooch. The cent...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A SPECTACULAR piece! 26.85 carats of high quality pear shaped emeralds. The emeralds are certified “Intense to Vivid Green.” 68.35 carats of round, pear and marquise cut white dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Stunning Zambian Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18k yellow gold
By R&R Creations
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Luxurious necklace features a stunning row of large 45 carats of oval shaped Zambian emeralds set in an intricately designed 18karat yellow gold. The combination of the vibrant ...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Important Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Indulge in timeless elegance with our exquisite Important Emerald and Diamond Necklace crafted in luxurious 18k Yellow Gold. This stunning piece features a majestic Pear Shape Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement 7.5 ct Emerald and Graduated Diamond Necklace
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Significant 7.5 ct Emerald drop pendant on a 24-inch, graduated Diamond necklace with 11ct round Diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. This design is also available in 7.3 ct Emerald and half Diamond-half chain necklace...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite statement necklace, featuring 3 carats of vibrant Colombian emeralds and 9 carats of dazzling diamonds, is crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold. The design showcases a...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
