Jewelry Box Buying Guide
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Leather Jewelry Boxes
Boxes for men’s jewelry, often called “valets” are simpler than women’s versions. They’re typically wrapped in leather and may be a single layer tray with compartments or two layers with a lid. They’re designed to hold watches and cuff links.
 Wooden Jewelry Boxes
Wooden jewelry boxes are often the largest. Most contain several drawers and possibly one or two cabinets with glass or wood doors. They’re frequently constructed of oak or mahogany, but other woods such as teak or burl wood may be used. Women’s jewelry boxes can range from very small chests designed to tuck into a drawer to large bureaus on legs. Most boxes fall in the middle range and provide ample storage for earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets. The drawers may slide out or lift out accordion style. Wooden boxes for jewelry are traditionally have a high gloss lacquer. Some are intricately carved or ornately painted while others are sleek and simple. Drawers are usually lined with velvet and may have necklace hooks or a mirror inside the lid.
Fabric Jewelry Boxes
Fabric jewelry boxes are becoming increasingly popular. Usually smaller than wooden boxes, they’re frequently lined with a combination of satin and velvet. They may have decorative beading on the outside and come in a wide range of colors so as to match the room’s decor. These boxes look lovely displayed on a dresser. Fabric boxes also tend to be more inexpensive jewelry boxes than those made of wood.
Children’s Jewelry Boxes
Children have many uses for fine jewelry boxes. Baby necklaces, charm bracelets, and earrings can all be stored in a plush jewelry box. And just because the jewelry box is authentic doesn’t mean the jewelry has to be. Children can store replica and vintage jewelry for when they play dress up like Mom and Dad.
The solution to getting a cool jewelry box for a child is to know what the child likes. If she’s into music, a musical jewelry box will be a better choice over one that has a cartoon character theme. In any case, there are a number of cool jewelry boxes for children to choose from. It all comes down to what the child considers “cool”.
On the other hand, boxes for children’s jewelry are usually more about the box than its contents. They can be cardboard or wood wrapped in a licensed character’s image or fabric. Inexpensive jewelry boxes have a simple latch. When opened, they play a song for a twirling ballerina. Boxes suitable for an older child may be wrapped in brightly-colored leather or fabric. They’re often lined with satin rather than velvet and have one to three compartments and a mirror.
Cool jewelry boxes for children come in a variety of forms. Often they’re made of thinner wood and emblazoned with popular cartoon characters. Others are made of more luxurious woods yet have a simple design. Some even have music boxes built right in.
Men’s Jewelry Boxes
In most cases they are referred to as valet boxes. Valet boxes are designed to hold men’s “everyday” items such as rings, loose change, wallets, keys, watches, etc. A valet box is a more luxurious way for men to keep their items in one place, rather than shoving everything in a dresser drawer or empty ashtray. Other types of cool jewelry boxes for men include watch boxes (designed to store and display your watch collection) and cigar boxes (which can be used to store cigars or as a keep-all for your pocket items). So as you can see, there are such things as cool jewelry boxes for men.
Women’s Jewelry Boxes
A jewelry box can be a lovely companion piece to an engagement ring or gold necklace. A velvet-lined jewelry box can be a great way store or show off your most precious valuables. Jewelry boxes can also be customized to suit taste or preferred functionality. They can be crafted to be thin or large, 3-drawer or 4-drawer, or with panels, in a variety of woods. Many boxes can be built in teak, cherry, maple, oak, walnut, or quilted maple.
Women have a number of different types of jewelry boxes to choose from. Jewelry boxes are often crafted in luxurious woods such as maple, oak, walnut, etc. A wood jewelry box gives your collection a solid foundation and protects your pieces from the elements. Some jewelry boxes even contain glass inlays and ornate carvings. Glass and even ceramic makes of jewelry boxes are also quite popular among women and provide their own grace and beauty. Some larger jewelry boxes have multiple swinging doors and compartments, and even finely carved legs. Many jewelry boxes are lockable to protect the precious jewels inside from theft or being lost.
Travel Jewelry Boxes
Travel boxes for jewelry need to be specially designed to ensure the jewelry will remain secure and organized. Popular styles include the small locking box with lined compartments and the fabric roll.
Travel boxes usually have compartments that touch the inside of the lid or slide out of the case. The compartments are divided into one large one for necklaces and two or more smaller ones for earrings, rings, and bracelets.
Musical Jewelry Box
This type of jewelry box combines the musical component of your typical music box with the storage space of a jewelry box. Musical jewelry boxes function similar to music boxes - you lift the lid and the music starts. However, these types of jewelry boxes also contain drawers and storage space for jewelry.
Travel Jewelry Case
Made for transport, travel jewelry cases are jewelry boxes designed to handle the bumps and dings of travel. These types of boxes are fashionable but serve a more protective purpose than display.
Valet Jewelry Box
Valet boxes are jewelry boxes for men. These boxes serve as a keep-all for everyday items such as rings, keys, loose change, cell phone, etc. Valet boxes are designed specifically for men and are unlike your typical jewelry box.
Watch Box
This type of box is intended specifically for watch storage. Watch boxes come in single and multiple watch capacity, and are available in many different sizes and styles. Asides from this, you may have noticed a specific type of watch box which also called ‘watch winder’, which rotates the watch in a circular pattern to keep the self-winding mechanism of automatic watches in motion. If left in rest, these types of watches often stop. A watch winder eliminates this problem.
Jewelry Box Lining
The lining is the interior of a jewelry box. Jewelry box lining is often lush and consists of fine fabrics. The lining is designed to protect your jewelry but also present them in a fashionable way.
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Jewelry Boxes in Different Materials
Friday, April 3, 2009
Different materials are used for making decorative jewelry boxes: - Wood
- Silver
- Aluminum
- Glass
- Bamboo
- EPNS
- Brass
- Wrought Iron
- Iron
- Stone
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Types of Jewelry Boxes
Many little girls love trademark character jewelry boxes and those that come complete with wind up music boxes. This style is usually made from heavy cardboard or pressboard and jewelry boxes made for children usually contain a small mirror so that little princesses can check their look after putting on their jewelry. These jewelry boxes are inexpensive and make a great gift for little girls. There are also small dresser style jewelry boxes for children that look like tiny chests of drawers. They are often painted in bright colors and the little drawers are usually lined with soft fabric to protect the jewelry they hold.
For adults, there are many different types and styles of jewelry boxes to fit every need, and they are not just for women. There are watch boxes, valet boxes and other styles specifically for men. From standing jewelry cabinets that make a great accessory for your room to lined, locked cases to transport precious jewels, there is a jewelry box for every person and every need.
Aside from standard styles, there are also beautiful handcrafted wooden jewelry boxes made from natural woods such as teak, oak and mahogany. Sanded to perfection, beautifully stained and protected with a shiny clear coat, these exquisite jewelry boxes make lovely home accents. Larger jewelry cabinets, especially taller models with carved legs, can feel more like a piece of furniture than a simple jewelry storage box.
Jewelry boxes can also be covered in leather, a style perfect for men or for use as a keepsake box. There are also small, simple, inexpensive options such as ring boxes, and even cardboard boxes with compartments that make it easy to sort your jewelry. These fit nicely into lingerie drawers or overnight bags.
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Wooden Jewelry Box Care
If you have a wooden jewelry box it is also important that you polish the jewelry box regularly. Using a simple wood cleaner to polish your box will keep it from fading and help it stand the test of time. Keeping your jewelry box in a safe place is also important. If your jewelry box is left in the direct sunlight it will tend it to fade and become discolored. Water can also leave marks on your wooden jewelry box. Try too keep you jewelry box away from windows, sinks, and bathtubs.
Your jewelry box is more than just a place to keep your jewelry. Proper storage, dusting and polishing it will help maintain the beauty and integrety of your jewerly box. So if you want to keep your jewerly box around for years to come and help it stand the test of time, make sure to keep it cleaned and in a safe place.Labels: Jewelry-Box
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Jewelry Box Online Shoping
Monday, March 23, 2009
Over 100 different styles of men's and women's jewelry boxes, music boxes and watch boxes luxuriously handcrafted in the USA. Our jewelry box and jewelry chest line also includes a unique selection of pen case boxes and cigar humidors as well as leather jewelry boxes. With beautiful hand rubbed finishes of cherry, mahogany, natural oak, teak, & walnut, you're sure to find the perfect wooden jewelry box...
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Cool Jewelry Boxes
Friday, March 20, 2009
Ebony Maple Jewelry Box- This cool jewelry box has an ebony finish with a maple burl gloss. You get two lift out trays with this box where you can store your jewelry. Your necklaces can be stored in the interior lid necklace storage. There is also an underneath storage to store other things.
Large Teakwood Jewelry Box- If you are a person who likes to keep lot of jewelry or have a friends who is a jewelry fan, then this cool jewelry box will come handy. Its height is about 12 inches tall. You can fit all your jewelry items in its 5 pull out drawers. There are also two swing out doors. The piece is made from teak wood and it has also got a brown stain gloss. You can lock this jewelry with the help of a golden colored key to keep your valuables safe.
Mahogany Two Tray Jewelry Box- As the name suggests, this cool jewelry box is made from mahogany and is finished in gloss. There are two lift out trays to store your necklaces, rings chains etc. for more jewelry you have some more storage space under the lift out trays.
Large Octagonal Jewelry Box- This cool jewelry box has eight sides hence it is called octagonal. You will find a lift out trays with details. The piece has a Faux burl gloss finish. It can be a good gift for a special one.
Budd Leather Lizard Print Calf Heart Shaped Jewelry Box- This cool jewelry box is in the shape of a heart. It is perfect to voice out your innermost feelings to your loved one. It comes in attractive colors as well as a handle to carry it around.
Budd Leather Lizard Print Jewelry Box- This cool jewelry box is ideal to be taken along when you are traveling. It has about 3 pull out drawers where you can store all your jewelry. The jewelry box looks so magnificent that it can make an ideal birthday gift. The specialty of this jewelry box is that it has an auto open facility.
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Jewelry Travel Case
Friday, March 13, 2009
If you enjoy going on trips and have jewelry, you know how easily chains can get mangled, how jewelry pieces can scratch each other, or even how you can lose an earring to the hustle and bustle.
Jewelry travel cases come in a wide assortment of shapes and sizes. Protecting your jewelry saves you time and money as broken chains and scratched bracelets are expensive to replace.
If you have fragile pieces of jewelry (any piece that would be crushed in your luggage), I recommend a hard case, otherwise, a soft case is easier to pack.
Here are things I look for in a jewelry travel case:
- with a soft material
- compartments to be able to store each piece of jewelry separately or in such a way that they won’t bang against each other
- easily in my bag
My 2 favorite Jewelry travel cases are a harder case with a lock: Jewelry Box Travel Case with Lock and a softer roll type case Brocade Jewelry Roll. These are just samples of cases you could buy, you can always improvise your own if you are going on a last minute vacation.
Whatever case you choose, know that your jewelry will be easier to find, more protected and tangle-free! Have a great trip!
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Features of Jewelry Boxes for Children
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
 The best jewelry boxes for children are designed with their special needs in mind. Popular features of kids’ jewelry boxes include:
Larger clasps and closures that can be manipulated by smaller hands
Adequate storage space – drawers, hooks, etc. – so different types of jewelry can be separated and kept organized Felt or flocked linings to protect jewelry from scratches or nicks Built-in mirrors on the jewelry box lid to tell if the piece is worn properly Fun decorations or themes (Barbie, Disney princesses, ballet dancers, etc.) to encourage kids to use the jewelry box Hooks for necklaces and individual spaces for earrings to minimize tangles Exterior handles for easy transportation to a slumber party, makeover night, or trip to a friend’s or relative’s house Space for personalization such as a name or other identifying mark Durable construction and scratch-resistant coatings to keep the box looking as nice as the jewelry it holds Many jewelry boxes for children are combined with music boxes, making them even more special, particularly if the music matches the box’s decorations or theme. Labels: Jewelry-Box
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Why a Jewelry Box is Important
Most pieces of jewelry, even children’s jewelry, are delicate and can break or be lost easily. Encouraging children to use jewelry boxes helps them develop the habit of taking care of their jewelry properly. At the same time, having a special place to keep jewelry emphasizes its sentimental significance and helps children learn that these small items – when given as meaningful gifts – are treasured mementos. Using a jewelry box helps:
Keep jewelry safe so it cannot be lost or inadvertently damaged
Keep jewelry in one location so pieces of sets are not separated
Keep jewelry clean by keeping it away from daily dust, dirt, and grime
Not every jewelry box is appropriate for kids, however. It is important to understand the different features of jewelry boxes and which ones are best for children when deciding on different models.Labels: Jewelry-Box
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Girl's Jewelry Boxes
 A girls jewelry box comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, the designs can also differ. A girl's jewellery box made for a little angel usually has pink or a light pastel shade as the primary colour and they may be hand painted, or display elaborate ornamentation to make them look prettier.
The simplest of all is a girl's jewelry box that comes in pink, this box is simple and small and when it is opened it reveals nice and plush interiors made of white or pink French satin, this is a place where your little angel can keep the prized possessions of her life. Girls of all ages love to have jewellery, be it a small pearl from tier mother's necklace or any shiny object; they love to treasure them, so a jewelry box is the perfect gift for your girl.
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Jewelry Box - Types, Materials, Sizes, Styles
Friday, December 7, 2007
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Jewelry boxes in modern times come in many different shapes, sizes, styles, materials. They can come beautifully handcrafted in cherry wood or oak with a polished ebony finish, or in exotic leathers such as Amazon crocodile or camel. In addition to protecting all of your sentimental and valuable items, they will beautify your home. Jewelry box types smaller boxes, large jewelry boxes, men's valet (men's jewelry boxes) more informationLabels: Jewelry-Box
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Gold Ring Box Holds Video LCD Screen Ring
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Ring a ding bling: The gold ring box holds an video LCD screen! The case plays videos and pictures with sound, so if the hopeful groom to be is nervous...
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Silver Jewelry Boxes, Storage, Jewelry Cleaning & Care, Protect Your Jewelry
Friday, November 9, 2007
The truth about silver jewelry storage and jewelry boxes. For cleaning and care of silvery jewelry, please see this article Silver Care Basics.
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Beaded Jewelry Box : You can store all your favorite beaded jewelry items within this decorative box and let them rest in safety and peace. Away from the cares and chores of daily dusts and dirt, your precious beads will be safely treasured in a beaded jewelry box - (Source)
Hardwood Cherry Finish Jewelry Box : Hardwood jewelry box features plenty of storage for your valuable jewelry Lid locks add security to this jewelry box - (Source)
The Milano Jewelry Box is an exquisite, furniture quality jewelry box. Finished in a rich, hand polished Ash Burl veneer with line inlay on the lid. Wood tones are accented by plated brass hardware. Three large drawers, partitioned lid compartment and swing out cabinet style doors are lined with suede - (Source)
Jewelry Box with Drawers : A treasured keepsake for the sophisticated lady, this gorgeous jewelry box is created in a fine walnut finish with classic, curved drawers, a lift-top mirrored lid, and velvet-lined compartments on a curved, beveled base. Wood. 9 3/4"" x 5 1/2"" x 5 3/4"" high - (Source)Labels: Jewelry-Box
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