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 Candlesticks Holders J.E. Caldwell & Co., Pair
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of sterling silver candlestick holders, in the Victorian/Edwardian design, by J.E. Caldwell & Co., circa early-20th century, USA. A beautiful set with floral and...
Sterling Silver
"Caldwell Clock w/ Siena Marble and Caryatids", Lorillard Estate, Tuxedo Park
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extraordinary work of art by America's leading maker of luxe objects for homes and businesses in the early 20th century, this large and heavy Siena marble clock by J. E. Caldwell ...
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Sterling Silver Basket w/ Cutout Detailing & Handle signed J E Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco sterling silver basket, signed by the prestigious American silversmith J. E. Caldwell, epitomizes the elegance and innovation of Art Deco design. Featuring ra...
Sterling Silver
Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Mantel Clock and Candelabras
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze and Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock retailed by J.E. Caldwell & Co paired Champlevé and Gilt-bronze Five-light Candelabras A black and maroon enamel ornamente...
Bronze, Enamel
Fine American Gilt Bronze Standing Clock by Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Antique chased Ormolu clock case ornamented with hand pierced all over foliate pattern scrollwork, achieved through repousse and engraving, enclosing a p...
Ormolu
Sterling Silver Crystal Vanity Box J E Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful sterling silver and crystal vanity box jar by J. E. Caldwell & Co., Victorian design period, circa early-20th century, America. Box is r...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
J.E.Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Desk Clock circa 1930s with Engraved Dial
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E.Caldwell, Philadelphia STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Finish CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 8 Inch Square MOVEMENT / CA...
Nickel
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
J.E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Art Deco Serving Bowl w/ Mythical Portrait Motif
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite and highly sophisticated Art Deco Sterling Silver Serving Bowl was made by J.E. Caldwell and originates from the United States, Circa 1930. A truly special piece rend...
Sterling Silver
French Gilt Bronze and Black Slate Mantel Clock
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
French Gilt Bronze and Black Slate Mercury Compensated Mantel Clock, retailed by J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, early 20th century, the arched case in the French Empire style...
Slate, Bronze
$1,750Sale Price / set|22% Off
Antique Art Nouveau Double Inkwell on Sterling Silver Tray by J E Caldwell & Co.
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique Art Nouveau double inkwell on sterling silver tray by J E Caldwell & Co., circa 1900. This stunning piece features two square crystal wells with etched floral designs in the ...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Deco Asian Themed Enameled Pocket 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...
Gold, Enamel
Ornate Antique Sterling Silver Pink Porcelain Vanity Powder Jar Trinket Box
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous trinket box or powder jar featuring an ornate scroll and lattice design sterling silver overlay over a pretty pink porcelain. The mark on the bottom is not legible.
Sterling Silver
$1,495
H 4.5 in W 7 in D 4.25 in
Wonderful Cut Crystal Glass Sterling Swag Oval Casket Vanity Dresser Jewelry Box
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful cut crystal star bottom / glass beveled top sterling silver 925 swag oval casket vanity dresser jewelry box.
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$3,250 / set
H 9.67 in Dm 4.5 in
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Candlesticks Mid-Century Modern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant, geometric design, standing on a stepped octagonal base. They measure 9 2/3'' in heigh...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,500
H 6 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Bronze and Lapis Lazuli Figural Table Clock, E.F. Caldwell, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Seated angel/cupid seated and holding the clock on its back.
Bronze
Tiffany & Co. Bronze Clock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage Tiffany & Co. French bronze clock dates from the late 19th century (1896). It is elaborately designed in the style of Louis XV & exhibits a m...
Bronze, Enamel
$1,866
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in
Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box, Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique valuable handmade sterling silver box or Decorative jewllery box with Illustration pressed, cast and chased. Rectangular body on short, curved feet with hinged, vaulted lid. ...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
Renaissance style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 53cm, width 28cm, depth 23cm This exquisite mantel clock is crafted in the idios...
Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel
$2,475
H 11.25 in W 8.75 in D 3.75 in
Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mantlepiece Clock by Sterling Bronze Co.
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mantlepiece Clock by Sterling Bronze Co. originates from the United States, Circa 1900. This clock is a fine example of Neoclassical design, fe...
Bronze
Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze and marble clock featuring a lion. Marble case, ornate face with enameled Roman numerals. France, circa 1880 Dime...
Marble, Bronze
E F Caldwell Style Letter Box
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful renaissance revival red velvet with gilt bronze doré letter box with shields and putti. In the style of EF Caldwell (1851–1914), not signed. Circa 1890, New York, US.
Bronze
Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine
By Gilles Laine
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Louis XV period wall clock "cartel d'applique " , finely cast and chiseled , beautiful mercury gliding , the enameled dial with roman numerals , signed GILLE LAINÉ À PARIS - Gilles Lainé ( Pierre Francois Gille ) , dit "L'AINÉ", master clock...
Bronze
1966 Pair of Enlgish Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of English sterling silver candlesticks, English, 1966. Corinthian Column traditional form. Hebrew inscription on each bottom base step: "Candlesticks for Shabat". London, 1966,...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E. Caldwell & Co., this exceptional timepiece is comprised of a French clock movement...
Enamel
J.E. Caldwell Bronze & Porcelain Clock Set, 3
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
J. E. Caldwell and Company Bronze and Porcelain Clock and Garniture Three-Piece Set, 19th century, comprising: circular vase form clock with painted porcelain flowers atop a white po...
Bronze
Pair of American Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By Frank M. Whiting & Company, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Edwardian Classical sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Frank M. Whiting in North Attleboro, Mass., ca 1915. Each: Bellied ovoid socket with round detachable bobeche on tap...
Sterling Silver
J. E. Caldwell Art Deco Desk Clock Gilt Brass and Enamel, 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Factory / house: J. E. Caldwell Style / reference: Art Deco Metal / material: gilded finish with kiln fired enamel inlay Circa / year: 1930's Dimensions / size: 4 inche x 4 inch x 2 ...
Enamel
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H 66 in W 14.75 in D 9 in
Antique Diminutive German Caldwell & Co. Mahogany Grandmother's Clock, c1900
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique grandmother's clock by J.E. Caldwell & Co. offers diminutive form with mahogany case with domed hood having moon phase dial over face with foliate cast filigree decoration...
Metal
Antique JE Caldwell American Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Dominick & Haff
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
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H 20 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Pair of Large Antique J. E. Caldwell Egyptian Revival Bisque and Gilt Statues
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of large Egyptian Revival figural statues by J. E. Caldwell offer bisque porcelain ladies carrying water vessels in countryside setting and raised on footed plinths, ...
Porcelain
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
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H 8.5 in W 13 in D 20.875 in
19th Century Gothic Style J.E. Caldwell Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture Set
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
A simply stunning Gothic Style J.E. Caldwell (1882) gilt bronze clock garniture set. A finely cast bronze clock with a pair of matching candelabra each 24 inches tall having five arms and the pair retaining their original snuffers. James Emmett Caldwell (1813-1881) apprenticed to Peter B...
Bronze
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
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H 25.5 in W 18.25 in D 8.625 in
J.E. Caldwell Bronze Louis XVI Style Three-Piece Garniture Clock Set, Palatial
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
19th century J E Caldwell & Company three-piece Garniture clock set. Pair of candlesticks is large and impressive. Signed and Dated 1882. This fine heavy bronze mounted clock set wit...
Bronze
J. E. Caldwell & Co. Sterling Woven Basket, Special Order
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
J. E. Caldwell & Co. Sterling woven basket, special order Undulating rimmed basket with numerous woven techniques. An amazing example of the finest silversmithing Marked on the ...
Sterling Silver