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J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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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.
Antique Set of 12 Royal Doulton for J.E. Caldwell Floral and Gilt Dinner Plates
By Royal Doulton, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautiful set of 12 antqiue floral and gilt dishes, manufactured by Royal Doulton for J.E. Caldwell.
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1910s English Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique Set of 10 Blue Floral Limoges Dishes for J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Limoges
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous set of 10 antique Limgoes blue floral and gilt dinner plates made for J.E. Caldwell.
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Early 20th Century French J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

American Porcelain/Gilt Braid Decorated By Lenox for J.E Caldwell Dinner Set
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite American Porcelain/Gilt Braid Dinnerware Service, crafted by Lenox for J.E. Caldwell & Co. This stunning set includes everything yo...
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1930s American Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold

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...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

John Wendt Sterling Ram’s Head Handle Brite Cut Ice Cream Slice or Server
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver ice cream slice or server. Made by John Wendt and retailed by J.E. Caldwell of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With brite cut floral decoration to the bowl and a ...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

J. E. Caldwell & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bowl from Early 20th Century
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
J. E. Caldwell & Co. sterling silver bowl in Art Nouveau style with a pierced rim adorned with curvilinear motifs and showcasing raised and engraved motifs across, from the early 20t...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver, 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.
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

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...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling 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 raise...
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1890s American Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Baby Cereal Bowl on Plate
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
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...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

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...
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1840s American Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

J.E. Caldwell & Co., Silver Five-Piece Tea & Coffee Service, Elkington platter
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
J.E. Caldwell & Co., Silver Five-Piece Tea & Coffee Service together with an Elkington silver plated tray Philadelphia, Circa 1880. Comp...
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20th Century J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

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...
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20th Century American J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Midcentury Sterling Silver Decorative Dish with Foliate Tray by J.E. Caldwell Co
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco decorative tray was realized by the Philadelphia based fabled American jeweler and producer of fine luxury silver goods, James Emmot Caldwell, since 1839. It f...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

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,...
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20th Century American J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Bennett & Caldwell Coin Silver Pitcher, circa 1850
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Coin silver hand hammered water pitcher circa 1850 by Philadelphia makers Bennett and Caldwell. Leaf motif along handle, leaf and floral design around body and base, intricate leaf a...
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1850s American Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

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...
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Early 1900s American Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

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...
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1940s American Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Edwardian Sterling Silver Picture Frame
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Lebkuecher & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian sterling silver picture frame. Retailed by JE Caldwell in Philadelphia. Rectangular with alternating vertical plain and pinstripes. At top horizontal frame between engraved...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Various Silver Ladles
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Six Various Silver Ladles Comprising, a small American sterling ladle, J.E. Caldwell & Co., with thread borders, a Victorian straining ladle, London, third quarter 19th century, a pair of George III ladles, London, circa 1814, maker GT for George Turner, another ladle, London, 1798, maker HS for Solomon Hougham and a Georgian treen...
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20th Century J.E. Caldwell & Co. Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

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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...
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Located in New York, NY
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J.e. Caldwell & Co. serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

J.E. Caldwell & Co. serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of J.E. Caldwell & Co. serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by J.E. Caldwell & Co. were created in the Victorian style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Bailey, Banks & Biddle, William B. Durgin, Graff, and Washbourne & Dunn. Prices for J.E. Caldwell & Co. serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $260 and can go as high as $23,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,600.

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