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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Art Deco J.E. Caldwell ruby and diamond bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco ruby and diamond bracelet of braided design, in platinum. Attributed to J.E. Caldwell. Atw rubies 3.00 cts, atw diamonds 3.25 cts. The bracelet exemplifies the linear e...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
J.E. CALDWELL 1910 Edwardian Brooch In Platinum With 3.75 Ct Diamonds & Sapphire
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian brooch designed by J.E. Caldwell & Co. This is an important antique brooch created in America by the Philadelphia based goldsmiths of J.E. Caldwell & Co. betwee...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s J.E. Caldwell graduated diamond and platinum line bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An important Art Deco tapered line bracelet set with graduated old European-cut diamonds, in platinum. J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia. Atw diamonds 6.79 cts, center stone 1.51...
Diamond, Platinum
$120,000
Diamond Tiara by J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
this breathtaking tiara is a vision of elegance and refinement. Crafted in 18K white gold and platinum, it features an intricate lattice-like design adorned with shimmering rose-cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Antique Deco Kashmir Sugarloaf Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This antique ring by J.E. Caldwell features a lush, Kashmir cabochon sapphire centered between two shimmering pear-cut diamonds, all masterfully set i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's J.E. Caldwell of Philadelphia diamond brooch. 30 round brilliant cut diamonds in a circular platinum setting. 30 round brilliant cut diamonds, G-H VS approx. 1.20cts...
Diamond, Platinum
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...
Gold
J.E. Caldwell Edwardian 1.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Floral Plaque Brooch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant antique diamond plaque brooch by the distinguished Philadelphia jewelry house J.E. Caldwell & Co., dating to circa 1910. Handcrafted in platinum, the brooch features ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Figural J. E. Caldwell Apple Shaped Sterling Silver Covered Box
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A terrific apple shaped covered box. In sterling silver and marked for J. E. Caldwell. A wonderful vintage box with great design! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in o...
Sterling Silver
J.E. Caldwell Fox Cufflinks Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Animal Jewelry
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage J.E. Caldwell cufflinks (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14k yellow gold. Emeralds are set into the eyes and total an estimated 0.04 carats. The ...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
J.E. Caldwell Art Nouveau No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 14K Gold Antique Unisex Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 10.02 carats total - transparent medium blue Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) in origin and displaying no indications of ...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum J. E. Caldwell Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum J. E. Caldwell Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring. This unbelievable Art Deco J. E. Caldwell black opal ring is crafted in platinum. This ring fe...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
J.B. CALDWELL 1925 Bracelet In Platinum With 8.58 Ctw In Diamonds & Sapphires
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco stations bracelet designed by J.B. Caldwell & Co. This is a superb and beautiful riviera stations-bracelet created in America during the art deco period, back in the 192...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian J.E. Caldwell Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian J.E. Caldwell Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This incredible Edwardian J. E. Caldwell engagement ring is craf...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Two Stone Ring, American, circa
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
J.E. Caldwell antique natural pearl and diamond two stone ring. Centrally set with a pair of round natural saltwater pearls, approxima...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Platinum, Diamond, & Sapphire Bar Brooch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Art Deco bar pin or brooch. In platinum. By J.E. Caldwell of Philadelphia. With 8 channel-set rectangular French cut (lab created) sapphires & 12 prong-set transitio...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Natural Unenhanced Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
J. E. Caldwell chrysoberyl cat's eye and diamond bracelet. Set with a ten graduated round cabochon natural unenhanced cat's eye chrysoberyl in open back claw settings with an approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
J. E. Caldwell Art Nouveau Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Wolf Head Brooch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized wolf head with dimensional features Engraved and grooved with flowing fur texture throughout Accented by round cut rubies flush set as eyes Weighing approximat...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co. Carved Jade, Onyx and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Art Deco J.E. Caldwell & Co. platinum bracelet features 6 carved jade motifs separated by diamond and onyx links. The links contain approximately 1.95 carats of single cut ...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Enamel Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Swan Brooch Pin
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorable swan brooch created by J.E. Caldwell in the 1950's! Features an amazing 15.56-ct baroque natural freshwater pearl that eventually inspired the designer to make this brooch. ...
Freshwater Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Coral, Diamond, and Pearl Bracelet by JE Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 18k, by J.E. Caldwell, Philadelphia. This romantic bracelet from the esteemed Philadelphia jewelry house, J.E. Caldwell, is set with warm pink coral, natural cultured pea...
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
J.E. Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Old European Diamond Twin Bypass Ring in Platinum
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.E. Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Old European cut diamond twin bypass ring set in platinum. The centerpieces of this ring are two Old European cut diamonds both accompanied by GIA repor...
Diamond, Platinum
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...
J.E. Caldwell, Art Deco, Diamond Drop Earrings
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
These dainty earrings designed by J.E. Caldwell feature two old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.50 carats total. Mounted in 14 karat white gold with screw backings, th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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...
J. E. Caldwell emerald and diamond cocktail ring, American, circa 1940.
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Emerald and diamond cocktail ring by J. E. Caldwell, American, circa 1940. A platinum ring diagonally set with one central marquise shaped old cut untreated Muzo emerald in a claw se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Art Deco 6.60 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Platinum Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J. E. Caldwell & Co. Art Deco diamond bracelet accented with emeralds and onyx set in platinum. The center stone is an approximately 0.60 carat marquise cut diamond with G-H color...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Citrine and Diamond Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
J.E. Caldwell Citrine and Diamond Bracelet This remarkable J.E. Caldwell bracelet showcases a striking combination of radiant citrines and shimmering diamonds, set in elegant 18k wh...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
J.E. Caldwell Platinum Diamond Clip Pins
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This platinum and diamond pin by J.E. Caldwell features a stunning arrangement of emerald cut, baguette, pentagon, and round-cut diamonds, with the versatile design allowing it to be...
Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold, White Gold
J.E.Caldwell Natural Unenhanced Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ballerina Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Emerald cabochon and diamond ballerina ring. Set to centre with a natural unenhanced oval cabochon emerald in an open back four claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.75 carats...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s J.E. Caldwell & Co. Diamond Bar Pin
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats. Signed by J.E. Caldwell & Co. Circa 1920s 2 3/8 x 1/8 inches
Diamond, Platinum
J. E. Caldwell Antique diamond Platinum cluster ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond cluster ring by J.E.Caldwell. Set horizontally with three round old cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with a combined weight of 0.90 carats, further set with...
Diamond, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell & Co. 2.52 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Certified by SSEF to be of "Siam" origin and free of thermal enhancement (unheated). Accented by 14 round-brilliant cut diamonds and 16 baguette-cut diamonds. From the famed Philadelphia Jeweler "J.E. Caldwell & Co." Set in Platinum. From the famed Philadelphia Jeweler "J.E. Caldwell & Co." comes a one-of-a-kind 2.52 carat Thai Sapphire mounted in a platinum setting and adorned with 1.50 carats in Diamonds. This antique ring mounts...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
J. E. Caldwell Antique Diamond Cluster Ring, American, circa 1910
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
J. E. Caldwell antique diamond cluster ring. Set vertically to centre with three round old cut diamonds in open back rubover settings and ...
Diamond, Platinum
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...
J. E. Caldwell Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Cufflinks, Dated 1922
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco sapphire and diamond cufflinks by J. E. Caldwell, mounted in platinum, with a directional finish, with a diagonal line of pavé set old-cut diamonds (36 stones appr...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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...
1950s J.E. Caldwell Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond ring by J.E.Caldwell & Co. Set with twenty round old cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.00 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell & Co. Citrine Gemstone Shield Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in MIAMI, FL
One geometric shaped shield brooch by famed jewelry house J.E. Caldwell & Co. The brooch is set with one Madeira Citrine gemstone in a lozenge...
Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
J.E. Caldwell & Co. 0.57ct E/VVS2 GIA Round Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.E. Caldwell & Co. round diamond engagement ring in platinum. This ring features a GIA certified 0.57 carat round brilliant cut diamond with E color and VVS2 clarity in a platinu...
Diamond, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell GIA 1.63 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cluster Cocktail Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
JE Caldwell 1950's dinner cluster cocktail ring. GIA certified center cushion cut green natural no heat sapphire in a platinum setting with 17 round brilliant and 28 baguette cut dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
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: Diameter 8 Inch Square MOVE...