“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 Zigzag Hammered Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a cool contemporary looking ring by David Webb made in 18k yellow gold designed as a hammered wave ring. This ring has a classic Webb finish as well as quality craftsmanship.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Scaled Design Twist Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Estate David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Scales Ring: A Unique Blend of Elegance. The Estate David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Scales Ring is a remarkable p...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Italian 18K Yellow Gold Tubogas Flexible Band Ring, Size 9.5
Located in Miami, FL
A refined example of Italian craftsmanship, this vintage 18K yellow gold ring features the iconic tubogas design—renowned for its fluidity, comfort, and understated elegance. Weighin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Band Ring by Rossella Ugolini
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, Handcrafted twisted shape Unisex Band Ring. The hand carved surface is shaped with two twisting strips forming a square space in the middle. Everyday jewel, a Gold Ring that finishes off every outfit, a playful ring that brings joy to our days. Dimensions: H: 0.39 Inches. (1 cm). Available on request in every size and any 18K Gold color. The skill in making this Design on a circular surface is to fit the crisscrosses to the circumference of the ring. This difficulty in making it makes this Modern Ring unique. A custom engraving can be written inside the Ring on request. Minimalist gold jewelry, timeless pieces that still pack a statement, without being too over the top, for everyday wear. A Ring you can't stop wearing. Plus this 18K Gold Modern Ring goes with everything. These chunky double bands feature a unique crossover design. Just as standout on its own or as its part of a curated ring...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Three-Row Twisted Rope, Mid Size Statement Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A shrimp style 18 karat yellow gold statement ring comprised of three rows of twisted rope design in a high dome. Tapers in width from 7/8 of an inch at the widest point in front dow...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Rigid Style Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Fluted Style Ring. Fluted dome cocktail ring in hammered 18k yellow gold, signed "Webb" for David Webb. Size 4.75.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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David Webb 18K Yellow Gold With Bark Finish Estate Step Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Bark Finish Estate Step Ring. This stunning piece features a unique hinged shank mechanism, which includes a discreet hinge on the undersid...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt Yellow Gold Twist Ring, 1980s, Size 5-5.25
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
The 1980s were an era that embraced scale, confidence, and optimism. Curves became softer, gold became bolder, and jewelry was designed to be lived in rather than reserved for specia...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18 Karat Gold Coiled Rope Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine David Webb ring. Fashioned with a "coiled rope" top in a beehive shape. Simply a wonderful David Webb ring! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall goo...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage French Robert Duhem Infinity Knot Ring 18k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish infinity knot ring designed by French jeweler Robert Duhem crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s). The ring features a beautiful brushed textured finish that allows ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 1977 New York Vintage Bangle Bracelet in Solid 18kt Yellow Gold
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Bangle bracelet designed by David Webb (1925-1975). An sleek and elegant bangle bracelet, created in New York city at the atelier of David Webb, back in the late 1970's. This bracelet has been crafted with four fluted stations, in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats, with high polished finish. It is fitted with an invisible hinge, a push boxed lock and a hinged security slash for extra safety. Weight: 94.74 Grams (60.74 Dwt.). Size: The inside circumference is 6.65 Inches (17 Cm). Measurements: Thickness of 15 mm (0.59 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped, with the maker's mark, the gold assay hallmark and signed, "WEBB 18KT". David Webb (1925-1975) was an American jeweler. On July 28, 1948, he founded David Webb, the company, which opened at 2 West 46th Street. Among his clients were Elizabeth Taylor, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Barbara Streisand and Beyoncé have also worn his jewelry. Born in Asheville, North Carolina in 1925, Webb was a self-taught designer whose work included dragon bracelets, Maltese cross brooches and animal motifs. In 1964, The Duke of Windsor purchased a bracelet for his wife. Diana Vreeland, a noted columnist and editor of Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, was often seen with a David Webb black-and-white enamel zebra bangle...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GILBERT ALBERT 1960 Free-Form Sculptural Organic Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural ring designed by Gilbert Albert (1930-2019) for Bucherer. This is a very rare organic ring, created in Geneva Switzerland by the iconic jewelry designer Gilbert Albert, b...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Dinh Van Paris Vintage Classic Menottes Ring in Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold Certified
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
A geometric Menottes ring designed by Jean Dinh Van. Beautiful geometric modernist piece, created in Paris, France at the jewelry atelier of the iconic designer Dinh Van. This lovel...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Israeli Artist Studio Organic Freeform Sculptural Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural Israeli ring. An incredible beautiful ring, made in Israel back in the 1970's. Crafted with free forms patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 ka...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
KERSTIN ÖHLIN LEJONKLOU 1968 Sweden Geometric Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A geometric sculptural ring designed by Kerstin Öhlin Lejonklou. This is a very rare and unusual geometric cocktail ring created in the city of Östersund in Sweden, back 1968. The ...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Dinh Van Paris Vintage Classic R14 Geometric Ring in Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
A geometric R14 ring designed by Jean Dinh Van. Beautiful geometric modernist piece, created in Paris, France at the jewelry atelier of the iconic designer Dinh Van. This lovely ra...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
