With intricate and refined artistry, the jewelers at J.E.Caldwell & Co. have been handcrafting illustrious watches and adornments — including cocktail rings, engagement rings and link bracelets — for nearly two centuries. The American firm, which is among the oldest silver and jewelry companies in the United States, has found acclaim with collectors and buyers worldwide.
Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, J.E. Caldwell & Co. founder James Emmott Caldwell (1813–81) apprenticed as a silversmith and subsequently trained in watchmaking under the esteemed watchmaker Samuel Ward Benedict in New York City. Following his apprenticeships, Caldwell sought work in Philadelphia, initially securing a position with a wholesale jeweler before importing watches for a jewelry manufacturer. In the late 1830s, he established a storefront of his own, in a stately marble building on Chestnut street. Caldwell partnered with James M. Bennett thereafter in order to launch a jewelry shop nearby that they called Bennett & Caldwell. With the passing of Bennett, Caldwell partnered with a former employer, John C. Farr, and changed the company name, establishing the J.E. Caldwell & Co. of today.
In 1876, Philadelphia hosted the first World’s Fair held in the United States. Alongside the Gorham Manufacturing Company — a legendary but largely overlooked American silver firm — J.E. Caldwell showcased an array of stunning jewelry and silver objects at the event’s Centennial International Exhibition. In the early 1900s, J.E. Caldwell was contracted to fashion a presentation silver tea service — more than 160 pieces — for a newly commissioned battleship, the U.S.S. Pennsylvania. The brand’s exquisite silver wares traveled at sea aboard this battleship — and later, on the U.S.S. Valley Forge — for decades.
J.E. Caldwell & Co. became known for exquisite Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry. Ownership of the firm passed through the family over the years before changing hands to business interests outside of the family. Today a J.E. Caldwell & Co. retail location continues to operate in Philadelphia.
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Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers Scallop Seashell Design by Caldwell, Pair
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made pair of Sterling Silver salt and pepper shakers with scallop seashell design by iconic American jeweler and silversmith J.E. Caldwell & Co, circa 20th centu...
Sterling Silver
Set of 4 J. E. Caldwell & Co Sterling Oyster Forks in the "English King" Pattern
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in valatie, NY
Set of 4 J. E. Caldwell & Co Sterling Oyster Forks in the English King Pattern. Each is hallmarked, "J.E. Caldwell & Co / Sterling." There are no initials. J.E. Caldwell & Co. was a ...
Sterling Silver
Set of 8 J. E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Bread or Cake Plates
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A set of 8 sterling silver reticulated 6.5 inch bread plates. The elaborate pierced borders retailed by J. E. Caldwell and attributed to Gorham. Good weight not stamped but cast.
Sterling Silver
Antique J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Cup Hunting Fox Head Stirrup Cup
By Tiffany & Co., Asprey International Limited, Cartier, Gorham Manufacturing Company, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed American silver stirrup cup. By J.E. Caldwell. In sterling silver with a gold washed interior. With finely sculptued hair, eyes, ...
Sterling Silver
Monumental George Sharp for J.E. Caldwell & Co. Classical Coin Silver Ladle
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., George Sharp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental George Sharp for J.E. Caldwell & Co. Classical Coin Silver Ladle with Muse Medallion, circa 1865–1870 A sculptural and exceptional exampl...
Silver
Antique American Sterling Silver Pitcher with Fruiting Grapevine
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Dominick & Haff
Located in New York, NY
Victorian sterling silver pitcher. Made by Dominick & Haff in New York in 1894. Ovoid body with chased fruiting grapevines forming 2 irregular frames (vacant). Helmet mouth and r...
Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell & Co. Sterling Silver Bar Pitcher
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
J. E. Caldwell & Co. sterling silver bar pitcher, measuring 7.7 inches in height and 8.3 inches from handle to spout, and weighing 22.5 troy ounces,...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,100
Sterling Silver Salver
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver salver by J. E. Caldwell of Philadelphia. This lovely antique piece is oval shaped and has a row of beads going aroun...
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Card Tray, J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian period, sterling silver card tray, J.E. Caldwell and Company, Philadelphia, circa 1915. Fluted design. Vacant cartouche. Measures 6...
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Bowl
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exceptional Art Nouveau sterling silver bowl is a striking example of American decorative silver by the prestigious Philadelphia firm J. E. Caldwell & Co., long regarded as ...
Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Baby Cereal Bowl on Plate
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian sterling silver baby bowl on plate. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1911. Bowl has curved and tapering sides. Plate has well and wide should...
Sterling Silver
$2,200
Je Caldwell Bowl
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Nouveau was a reaction to the academic art of the 19th century, it was inspired by natural forms and structures, particularly the curved li...
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Water Pitcher
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are proud to offer this magnificent water pitcher from the early 20th century. The body and handle have that natural curvature that was popular at that period. There is etching an...
Sterling Silver
$1,050
JE Caldwell Bowl
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Standing proud on a centre pedestal, this bowl is just so pretty. A braid-like pattern encircles the rim. Pierced by four raised decorations on each side etched flowers and vines flo...
Sterling Silver
$2,702
H 17.72 in Dm 23.63 in
Antique Silver Cup, Large ICE BUCKET European Decorative Bowl Cup Deer Head
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique silver cup or large Decorative ice bucket, fruit cup, pressed, cast and chased. Circular, curved feet with hinged. unstamped, tested with the scratch test, height approx. 60 ...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Scalloped Decorative Dish Signed by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco sterling silver dish was realized by the esteemed American maker Tiffany & Co., circa 1920. It features a round body with raised and scalloped sides, separated ...
Sterling Silver
$3,250
H 8 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Signed Sterling Silver Modernist Hallmarked Modernist Sculptural Pitcher
Located in North Miami, FL
This substantial and signed sterling silver hallmarked modernist pitcher is fantastic. It has been professionally polished and looks like a piece of jewelry. It is so modern and tran...
Sterling Silver
$319Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 2.75 in Dm 1.5 in
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shaker
Located in Sheffield, MA
Faneuil by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver salt shaker and pepper mill set. Simple elegance, Salt shaker 1.5" D x 2.25" H. OFFERING FREE SHIPPING TO CONTINENTAL US. PLEASE JUST ASK FO...
Sterling Silver
Anthony Gordon Elson Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers
Located in Braintree, GB
A highly distinctive and collectible pair of silver salt and pepper shakers, designed by acclaimed silversmith Anthony Elson. Crafted in sterling silver, each shaker is designed as a...
Silver
$15,544 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
English King by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 piece
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
ENGLISH KING (c. 1885) Patterns similar to our English King were first used in France and England late in the eighteenth century and have remained among the most popular styles for>...
Sterling Silver
$764 / item
H 2.37 in Dm 2.17 in
Antique Silver Salt Shaker, A Pair of Salt & Pepper Shakers Crystal Bowl
Located in Wembley, GB
Pair of Gilt Bronze and Glass Salt Cellars, Antique English Tableware A charming pair of antique gilt-bronze salt cellars, each with a delicate leaf-shaped base and curved handle, su...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Water Pitcher
By Reed & Barton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
There isn’t much in the way of decoration but the shape and style of this water pitcher is fabulous. Notice the curved body juxtaposed against the straight handle. There’s a ribbing pattern along the neck that’s complimented in the lines and curl in the handle. The spout is narrow, which is helpful when pouring. There is an Old English letter L monogram...
Sterling Silver
$8,531 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
English King by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 32 pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
ENGLISH KING (c. 1885) Patterns similar to our English King were first used in France and England late in the eighteenth century and have remained among the most popular styles for>...
Sterling Silver
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in W 7.75 in D 4.88 in
Tiffany & Co., Sterling Silver pierced Condiment Dish
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Huntington, NY
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver pierced condiment dish in pattern number 13835 from 1898. They measure 7 3/4'' in length by 4 7/8'' in width by 2'' in height and bear hallmarks as shown. Total weight is 7.6 troy ounces. The legendary Tiffany brand was founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young in Connecticut as a "stationery and fancy goods emporium," with the help of Charles Tiffany's father who financed the store for only $1,000 with profits from a cotton mill. Tiffany & Co. soon became a highly regarded brand for jewelry, gemstones, and silver. In 1845, Tiffany was a pioneer when it launched the Blue Book, which at the time was the first mail-order catalog...
Sterling Silver
Rare Set of 12 Sterling Silver Tiffany & Co Olive Forks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Rare set of 12 hand hammered finish olive or pickle forks. Weighing 200 grams in total
Sterling Silver
A Pair of Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers
Located in Huntington, NY
A Pair of Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shaker
Sterling Silver
Antique Shiebler Victorian Repousse Sterling Silver Baby Cup
By George W. Shiebler & Co., J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian sterling silver baby cup. Made by George W. Shiebler & Co. in New York, ca 1890. Curved bowl with allover frond and flower repousse on stippled ground. Reeded scroll bracke...
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Matched Set of 10 Sterling Silver Luncheon Forks
By Theodore B. Starr, Whiting Manufacturing Company, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A matched set of 10 sterling silver luncheon forks "King" pattern, late 19th century, American. A well matched set comprised of 5 by Whiting with L monogram, 4 marked J.E. Caldwell &...
Sterling Silver
Circa 1930s Sterling Silver Sugar Caster by J.E. Caldwell & Co.
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sterling silver sugar caster, c.1930s, J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia. Bold baluster form. Pattern 23. 4.45 troy oz. 7" h., 3" dia. Whitehall Antiques is a family business that h...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Pitcher by Gorham for J.E. Caldwell
By Gorham, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Art Deco Sterling Silver Pitcher was created by Gorham for J.E. Caldwell and originates from the United States, Circa 1930. With a beautiful swooping silhouette and elega...
Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Art Deco Serving Bowl
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This remarkably detailed and refined Art Deco Sterling Silver Serving Bowl was made by J.E. Caldwell and originates from the United States, Circa 1930. A truly gorgeous piece rendere...
Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Art Deco Serving Bowl W/ Monogram
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This highly sophisticated Art Deco Sterling Silver Serving Bowl was made by J.E. Caldwell and originates from the United States, Circa 1930. A great piece rendered in gleaming Sterli...
Sterling Silver
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H 14.5 in W 9.5 in D 6.76 in
J. E. Caldwell & Co. 1920 Art Deco Cocktail Shaker In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail shaker designed by J. E. Caldwell & Co. Very rare oversized cocktail shaker, created in Philadelphia United States by the famed silversmith J E Caldwell & Co. back in the 1...
Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 2.875 in Dm 2.375 in
Set of 10 E. Caldwell French 950 Sterling Silver & Crystal Drinking Glasses
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 10 E Caldwell sterling silver and crystal vodka or cocktail glasses with 950 mounts. Fully French hallmarked. Excellent glasses with no damage! Measure: 3”.
Crystal, Sterling Silver
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H 3 in W 4 in D 5 in
Large Victorian Sterling Silver Turtle with Seashell Salt Cellar, J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large, Victorian, sterling silver salt cellar (that can be used as a sauce dish or trinkets dish) J.E. Caldwell and Co., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Ca. 1895. Salt cellar is in the f...
Sterling Silver
Antique JE Caldwell American Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box
By Dominick & Haff, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver box, ca 1920. Retailed by JE Caldwell in Philadelphia. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover hinged and gently curved with tapering tab. A handy and stylish r...
Sterling Silver
Antique American Sterling Silver Grape Basket by JE Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Lebkuecher & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century American sterling silver basket. Solid and oval well. Sides open trellis with flared ends. Irregular vine rim with grape bunches applied to interior. Reeded and t...
Sterling Silver
Fairfax by J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver 3-Light Candelabras, Pair
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
J.E. Caldwell Fairfax by J.E. Caldwell pair of sterling silver 3-light candelabras marked Italy 925/1000. They measure 15" x 13" and weigh 62.3 ozt for ...
Sterling Silver