J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

American

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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Creator: J.E. Caldwell & Co.

J.E Caldwell 18Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires

$3,700

J.E Caldwell 18Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow and White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 17mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Breguet Style Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 10mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement VAULT FIND This watch has been in a vault for nearly 50 years and the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. This will of course delay shipping it out for a few days while we do the service and check it out. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking classic watch for a woman...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Gold

J.E. Caldwell Nickel Finished Doctor's Chronograph Manual Wristwatch, 1920s

$4,350

J.E. Caldwell Nickel Finished Doctor's Chronograph Manual Wristwatch, 1920s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Size Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Silver Nickel DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 30mm CIRCA: 1920 - 1930 MOVEMENT / CALIB...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E Caldwaell & Co. Nickel Silver Oversized Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial

$1,900

J.E Caldwaell & Co. Nickel Silver Oversized Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J. E. Caldwell of Philadelphia STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Pocket Watch or Travel Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Silver or German Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 65mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Kiln Fired Enamel / Blued Steel Hands WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is great looking oversized pocket watch sometimes called a coach watch...

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1910s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Art Deco Asian Themed Enameled Desk Clock circa 1930's

$4,200

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Art Deco Asian Themed Enameled Desk Clock circa 1930's

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Mimo for J. E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Yellow Gold and Kiln Fired Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SI...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E.Caldwell Stainless Steel Oversized Chronograph Manual Wind Watch, 1940s

$4,400

J.E.Caldwell Stainless Steel Oversized Chronograph Manual Wind Watch, 1940s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E.Caldwell / by Valjoux STYLE / REFERENCE: Full Size Three Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1940's DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter...

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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch

$12,750

Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch. This gorgeous J.E. Caldwell watch is crafted in platinum. This gorge...

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1920s Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

$3,299

W 1.11 in

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Introducing a rare and stunning piece of history: an antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer manual winding watch. With its 28mm dial, manual winding movemen...

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1930s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Stainless Steel

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

$7,500

H 0.5 in W 0.5 in

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

Located in Greer, SC

" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

$7,460

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned fair condition. No original box and papers. 1 year seller warranty. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 6694 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Casual Model: Rolex Oysterdate Vintage...

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1960s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Steel

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

$3,195

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1210 Manual Wind Nickle Lever Movement, Beautiful...

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1950s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Steel

Platinum White Gold Art Deco Diamond Wrist Watch

$5,890

L 6.89 in

Platinum White Gold Art Deco Diamond Wrist Watch

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

This stunning and very elegant oval 1920 Art Deco wrist watch features a platinum and Diamonds case along with the dial's stylized numerals. The white gold mesh band is smooth, sleek...

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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch

$3,800

H 0.25 in W 0.65 in L 6.25 in

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Art Deco diamond and onyx watch head set in newer triple-strand band of onyx beads with diamond spacers. Watch head is platinum. Spacer...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Patek Philippe Platinum Diamond Art Deco Pocket Watch

$5,695

Dm 1.74 in

Patek Philippe Platinum Diamond Art Deco Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 44 M.M Platinum 3 piece case, Caliber 2680 "special" 18 Jewel mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement, signed: Patek Philippe and also ...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch

$5,695

Dm 1.78 in

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1913 Patek Philippe Pocket Watch for Retailer Spaulding and Company , 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including the Yellow Gold Cuvette (Dust Cover) Greek Key Pattern Blue...

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1910s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 1910s Edwardian Tiffany Co. Pocket Watch

$7,200

Antique 1910s Edwardian Tiffany Co. Pocket Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and blue enamel. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1910s Watch 1 1/2 x 1 inches Chain 23 inches + 3 inch drop

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1910s Edwardian Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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18k Gold, Enamel

Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Cal 30T2

$4,024

Dm 1.28 in

Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Cal 30T2

By Omega

Located in Antwerp, BE

Omega Stainless Steel wristwatch, Manual Winding, Diameter 32.5 mm, Reference 2390/5 Functions: Hour, minutes, Subsidiary seconds Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding, Caliber 30 T2 Dial: Silver dial, silver Arabic numerals, silver indexes Case: Stainless Steel case, diameter 32.5 mm x thickness 9.4 mm Strap: Brown leather strap with Omega buckle...

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20th Century Artisan J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

1940s Rolex Precision unusual Gold Shell and Steel back Manual wind Wrist Watch

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Dm 35 in

1940s Rolex Precision unusual Gold Shell and Steel back Manual wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 2 piece Gold Shell case with Water Resistant Stainless Back and Scalloped Lugs. 17 jewel Caliber...

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1940s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Gold, Steel

Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch 900 Silver

$2,361

Dm 2.01 in

Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch 900 Silver

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Berlin, DE

Glass and hour hand are missing. Original case! Age-related condition. Including certificate of authenticity.

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20th Century J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Silver

Previously Available Items

J.E. Caldwell High Grade Minute Repeater Gold Cased Pocket Watch

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J.E. Caldwell High Grade Minute Repeater Gold Cased Pocket Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 J. E. Caldwell Minute Repeater Pocket Watch, 47 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece case with Gold inside dust cover. Matt Gold dial with Engine turned center and a sub seconds c...

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1910s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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18k Gold

1950s J.E. Caldwell & Co. 14K Yellow Gold & Enamel Money Clip and Watch

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W 1.57 in L 2.63 in

1950s J.E. Caldwell & Co. 14K Yellow Gold & Enamel Money Clip and Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: Featuring circa 1950s, 14K yellow gold and enamel money clip and watch that was gifted in 1956 as a famed RCA Victor (later, RCA Records) Award of Merit to an RCA sound engineer. It features the company’s iconic vintage “Nipper...

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1950s American Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

J.E. Caldwell & Co. 14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Watch

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J.E. Caldwell & Co. 14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: 17 jewel swiss manual wind movement Function: hours, minutes Case: 12.60mm x 20.90mm rectangular case set with rubies and diamonds, push/pull crown Band: 14k rose gold wavy...

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21st Century and Contemporary J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

J E Caldwell Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial

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W 0.63 in

J E Caldwell Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 34 mm X 27 mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual ...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E. Caldwell 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch with Breguet Numerals

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J.E. Caldwell 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch with Breguet Numerals

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 33mm X 30mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Breguet Numerals...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E. Caldwell by Ekegren 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Watch from 1920s

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J.E. Caldwell by Ekegren 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Watch from 1920s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E. Caldwell by Ekegren STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14 Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 32mm X 24mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Man...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

Vacheron Constantin for J.E.Caldwell Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s

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Vacheron Constantin for J.E.Caldwell Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin for J.E.Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 18K Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 23mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT ...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J E Caldwell Platinum Rose and Green Gold Art Deco Manual wind Pocket Watch

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J E Caldwell Platinum Rose and Green Gold Art Deco Manual wind Pocket Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930 Pocket watch retailed by J.E. Caldwell. 46M.M. 2 piece case made of Platinum, 18K Rose and Green Gold, 4.5 M.M. thick. Swiss 17 Jewel Mechani...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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18k Gold

J. E. Caldwell Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Doctors Hand Constructed Watch

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J. E. Caldwell Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Doctors Hand Constructed Watch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E. Cardwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Drs. Double Dial METAL / MATERIAL: Silver and Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: 45mm X 27mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT ...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J. E. Caldwell Two Color Gold Handmade Enamel Bezel Manual Pocket Wristwatch

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J. E. Caldwell Two Color Gold Handmade Enamel Bezel Manual Pocket Wristwatch

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Wrist Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow & White Gold DIMENSIONS: 49mm X 43mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

J.E. Caldwell Silver and Enamel Desk Clock circa 1930s

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H 3.13 in W 1.38 in L 3 in

J.E. Caldwell Silver and Enamel Desk Clock circa 1930s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Sterling silver and light purple guilloche enamel eight-day desk clock, retailed by J. E. Caldwell. Lemania manual-wind movement. Silvered dial with black Arabic numerals, circa 1930s.

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1930s Swiss Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Sterling Silver

J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver and Enamel Boudoir Timepiece circa 1920s

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H 2.38 in W 1.5 in D 1.38 in

J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver and Enamel Boudoir Timepiece circa 1920s

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Sterling silver boudoir timepiece retailed by J.E. Caldwell with movement by Geneva Clock Company, beautifully enameled with in green with blue peacocks, set on an onyx base, with an...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co Watches

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

J.e. Caldwell & Co. watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of J.E. Caldwell & Co. watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using yellow gold. We have 5 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 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Agassiz, Univeral Geneve, and Eberhard & Co.. Prices for J.E. Caldwell & Co. watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,900 and tops out at $5,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $4,400.