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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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 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
Unavailable|$792
Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Cufflinks Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond and 14 Kt Gold Cufflinks Certified $1,790 013379 This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! Nothing says, ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cufflinks #15566
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cufflinks These cufflinks are set in polished yellow gold, each with a center round brilliant diamond. Each diamond is approx. .04cts and of VS1 clarity, G ...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Lapis Lazuli Gold Cufflinks Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Classic pair of Cabochon Lapis Lazuli inset Cuff links, beautifully hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold. The cuff links are in excellent condition and were recently professionally clean...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Cartier Platinum Diamond Emerald and Onyx Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Cartier Platinum Diamond Emerald and Onyx Cufflinks. This gorgeous pair of Cartier cufflinks are crafted in platinum. There are rose cut diamonds and squar...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cufflinks in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Set Cufflinks with blue sapphires weighing 2.19 carats and diamonds weighting 1.02 carats. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known worldwide for 35 years and are in...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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14k Yellow gold Tiger Eye Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These striking 14K yellow gold cufflinks feature captivating cabochon-cut tiger eye stones, celebrated for their warm, golden-brown hues and mesmerizing chatoyancy. The oval-shaped t...
Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 14k Gold Barbell Cufflinks, Men's Jewelry, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Cartier 14k Gold Barbell Cufflinks Signed 'Cartier 14k' Wear is consistent with vintage condition 9 grams
14k Gold
Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Snake Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
Ruby, sapphire and diamond set snake cufflinks. A matching double sided pair, composed of two twisted circular openwork snake motifs, one pair set with...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond & Crystal Yellow Gold and Platinum Cufflink and Stud Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique diamond and crystal, 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set cufflink and collar stud set; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These fine crystal cufflinks and collar studs have been crafted in 14k yellow gold with platinum settings. The anterior face of each link is embellished with a circular crystal panel ornamented with a central Old European round cut diamond bezel set in platinum. An applied platinum border with textured decoration encircles each link and stud face. The plain, subtly domed, hallmarked 14k yellow gold reverse of each link is fitted with a shaped, hallmarked, hinged T-bar connector. The collar studs are fitted with neat, flush fitting hinged fasteners. This impressive antique cufflink and stud...
Crystal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cufflinks
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Elegant cufflinks in platinum setting with blue sapphires in clover design weighing 4.74 carats and Diamonds that weigh 0.52 carats. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Hexagon Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Classic platinum cuff links in a hexagon shape with bezel set round diamond centers. The hexagons measure 14.5 mm in diameter. Signed Mattis Plat
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Italian 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Cufflinks Set
Located in New York, NY
This vintage cufflinks set is a refined and highly distinguished accessory, set with 1.25 carats total weight of sapphires in a warm 14k yellow gold mounting. Sapphire cufflinks are ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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J.B. CALDWELL 1925 Art Deco Nacre Cufflinks In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds In Box
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco cufflinks designed by J.B. Caldwell & Co. This is a nice pair of antique cufflinks created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1925. The elegant cufflinks...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
J. E. Caldwell Rock Crystal Diamond and Platinum Dress-Set
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco gentleman's rock crystal and diamond dress set, hexagonal shaped rock crystal, set with a row of diamonds to the centre, mounted in platinum. With gold fittings. Signed A...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, Platinum
J.E. CALDWELL, Platinum, Diamond Fighting Cock Brooch, c1920
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare and unusual, platinum, diamond and yellow gold fighting cock pin. The 1 7/8" platinum brooch in the shape of a rooster with engraved feathers accented with round white diamonds, yellow gold beak and feet with platinum spurs.
Ouch. Great for a man or a woman. Presented in Original J. E. Caldwell box.