David Webb
Some of Webb’s most captivating vintage pieces evoke the exuberance and optimism of the 50’s and 60’s, composed of yellow gold, bright enamel detailing, and luscious-toned gemstones. Discover more of David Webb’s uniquely uplifting jewellery at Auverture
Background story
About the Vintage House
Boldness – in both colour and design – defines David Webb’s jewellery. The house was established in Manhattan in 1948 by a then 23-year-old Webb, after he gravitated to the bright lights of New York from his native North Carolina
How we curate
Vintage houses
While creating sustainable jewellery for a greener future is vital to our vision, we’re also passionate about repurposing the exquisite pieces already available to us. That’s where The Vintage Collection comes in, combining a contemporary desire for rarity with the classic luxury of an age gone by
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STORY
- Every piece of jewellery in the vintage collection has a story to tell, passed down through generations before arriving on your doorstep – ready for a brand new chapter
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AUTHENTICITY
- Through a rigorous process of authentication carried out by our knowledgeable team and advisors, each piece is fully certified and approved by Auverture’s Stamp of Truth
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EXCLUSIVITY
- Our in-house experts are dedicated to sourcing only the most exclusive vintage fine jewellery from across the globe, working with specialist partners to discover only the best
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SUSTAINABILITY
- By repurposing pieces from the past and curating them for the contemporary world, we can minimise production and honour the power of vintage versatility
The story behind the brand
Soon Webb’s designs were being embraced by Hollywood and New York society alike, with Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, and Diana Vreeland among his clients. The jeweller was famed for his colourful, playful take on the animal jewellery that gained popularity in the 50’s, with graphic jewelled leopards, zebras, and monkeys among his collection. Webb also took inspiration from ancient adornments, combing the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection of Incan, Egyptian, Turkish, and Syrian jewellery for inspiration