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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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
$12,720Sale Price|20% Off
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
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
Vintage Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Graduated Tennis Bracelet, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Words simply cannot express how fabulous this vintage bracelet is! Masterfully crafted from cool platinum and dating from around the 1930s, this tennis bracelet showcases an intrica...
Diamond, Platinum
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Art Deco Watch Diamond Bracelet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Art Deco Watch Diamond Bracelet Movement:Mechanical Manual Winding Functions: Hours, minutes Material: Platinum Case: Case length 10 mm x Height 22.5 mm, Dial measurements Length 6.6 x Height 11 mm, sapphire glass. Dial: Silver/Cream dial with black roman numerals. Strap: Diamond bracelet strap...
Diamond, Platinum
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet Burmese Rubies GIA Certified
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional tennis bracelet is crafted in platinum and set with a striking combination of Burmese rubies and clean white tapered baguette diamonds, resulting in a refined balanc...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930's Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930's Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Bracelet - The bracelet contains 33 European cut diamonds that weigh approximately 2.50ct, and an additional 32 single cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
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Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 29 Carats of Blue Sapphires
Located in Chicago, IL
Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 29 Carats of Blue Sapphires and 7.10 Carats of VS2 Princess Diamonds This exquisite custom bracelet showcases 29 carats of vivid deep bl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Bracelet with Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
This alluring diamond bracelet weighs 32.53 grams and measures 18.3cm (7.2 inches) long and 9mm wide. As a tennis bracelet, it contains 37 0.15-carat round-cut diamonds and 16 0.02-c...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
22.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning platinum bracelet. The bracelet is set with sparkling princess cut diamonds that weigh approximately 22.00ct. The color of these diamonds is F-G with VVS1-VVS2 cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s Tiffany & Co. Emerald & Diamond Line Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 20 Rectangular cut Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 8.00 carats, and 24 Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 car...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Platinum Bracelet, Art Deco, 1920s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant Art Deco bracelet by Tiffany & Co., dating to the 1920s, finely crafted in platinum and set with rubies and diamonds. This refined jewel exemplifies Tiffany’s mastery of l...
Diamond, Ruby
GIA Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Link Tennis Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified Platinum Art Deco sapphire and diamond link tennis bracelet. This exquisite Platinum Art Deco bracelet is truly one-of-a-kind, reflecting timeless elegance and superio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Old cut diamond line bracelet, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Old cut diamond line bracelet. Set with thirty-five round old cut diamonds in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 7.00 carats, to a beautifully articulated...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$68,000
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Platinum Diamond Bracelet, 8.45ctw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Tiffany & Co. Victoria Collection bracelet crafted in platinum and set with a dazzling array of impeccably matched diamonds. This elegant design showcases the coll...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell & Co Ruby & 1.92TCW Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 23.7 Grams Stone: Ruby (3 mm) & 1.92 TCW (0.015-0.025 Ct) Old European Cut Diamonds Width: 9.4 mm Bracelet Size: 6.75 Inches Hallmark: JEC & Co, Platinum ITEM #: BR-558-1006...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Line Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Superb diamond and platinum line bracelet by J. E. Caldwell, circa 1920s-30s. Features high grade round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 7-8 cts total weight. Exceptional make and qua...
Diamond, Platinum
Caldwell Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bracelet, Circa 1935
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco, diamond and sapphire bracelet, by J. E. Caldwell, set with 72, Edwardian-cut diamonds, weighing approximately 3.25ct and 36, baguette-cut sapphires, weighing approximate...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
An Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Diamond, Sapphire and Platinum Bracelet
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco calibre cut sapphire and diamond line bracelet of opposed geometric design, in platinum. J.E. Caldwell.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum