Why a Cherry Wood Jewelry Box?

When it comes to jewelry, you need something to protect it. You need something to keep it safe and sound. If you are an avid jewelry collector, then you will want a jewelry box that reflects your personal tastes. Something that reflects your personal sense of style and flair.

Cherry Wood Jewelry Boxes Are Works of Art

A good jewelry box is more than a place to store your jewelry. It is a work of art. The wood is a place of intricate design of fine texture and design. White, cherry, ash and maple are just a few. Several special boxes can be displayed from different countries with very unique artwork. Examples include ebony, bocote, kingwood, olivewood, and blodwood. Each show a unique craftsmanship and each will vary in price.
Most commonly wood jewelry boxes have flip top lids but they do vary in styles. Some, like the one below, have musical elements. Others, will have intricate designs carved into the side. Others will have keys and locks. While still others will have satin or silk inlays. This soft lining is to ensure the delicate pieces of jewelry is not scratched and everything inside is kept safe and sound.
Antique wooden jewelry boxes are often hand made by master craftsmen and are collectible. These are quite expensive. Therefore, don’t expect to find an actual antique wood jewelry box for a low price. Finding these rare pieces are jewelry box collectors’ dream come true. For those who looing for cheaper versions, you can often find knock offs online and at local stores.

Features of Cherry Wood Jewelry Boxes:

Most cherry wood jewelry boxes will include some if not all of the following

• Divided compartments
• trays
• Flip top lids
• drawers
• Hooks for necklaces
• ring holders

Cherry Wood Jewelry Box

The Cherry Wood Jewelry Box with the Mirror can keep jewelry safe. It has a glossy lacquer finish. It has a white leather finish. You can it on Amazon for $59.00

Large Cherry Wood Jewelry Box

This jewelry box has a cherry wood finish and a scallop lid mirror. It has three drawers and a side door openings. You can get it from Things Remembered for $100.

Crosley Musical Jewelry Box – Cherry

This brings music back the jewelry box. It brings you back to what you think about a jewelry box should be. You can find it at Target for $59.95<

Jewelry Boxes are Works of Art

When you buy an antique jewelry box, you are buying more than a storage case for your jewelry. You are buying a work of art. Sure you can buy any old box to put your jewelry in but an antique wooden jewelry box can truly be a work of art. Take for example the jewelry boxes below, some are real beauties.

Whether they are handcrafted from wood and polished to a brilliant sheen or left in their natural state. Wooden jewelry boxes are a thing of beauty. Other jewelry boxes are hand-painted with intricate designs to represent the relationships of the marital relationship. However, you look at the jewelry box, you can be sure they are more than a storage container for the jewelry they hold for you or your loved one.

Antique Walnut Jewelry Box

With eight ring rolls and a mirror this is a sure fire hit among women. The classic walnut finish gives this jewelry box an antique look without actually being an antique. It sports a unique drawer look and has doors that swing open on the sides. The interior is ivory.

Dimensions: 14×7¾x13″H.

Men you can find this jewelry box at online or at your local JCPenny. List price $69.99

Oriental Antique Style Golden Brass/ Wood Jewelry Box

This jewelry box has is intricately hand-etched with decorative brass hardware.  The oriental design can only be appreciated when seen in person. Of course, with such intricate design and detail comes a fancy price. If you are looking for something inexpensive or for a child keep looking. However, if you are looking for a sentimental gift for that special person that means the world to your then this may be it. It is simple gorgeous.

Overstock list price $173.99

Dimensions: 8 in. H x 12 in. W x 8 in. D

Asian Antique Style Golden Brass and Wood Jewelry Box

This is another great find at Overstock for those that love Asian Antique wooden jewelry boxes. Again this one is on the pricey side. However, it is handcrafted and gorgeous. Lining hand-embroidered with mudanhua,  and shuangxi. It has ring rolls, bracelets trays, and necklace holders.

Overstock list price: $184.99

Emmett Small Jewelry Box

This small jewelry box is elegant in its high gloss black finish. It sits on raised feet with silk tassels. It has a mirror inside the lid and is only available online through the Pottery Barn. It is so adorable it is a must see!

Pottery Barn list price: $59.00

Dimensions: 10″ wide x 6″ deep x 3.5″ high

Generally, a man’s jewelry box has a more masculine feel to it. It does not have the same delicate flourishes that you find in a woman’s box. However, it does have the same basic features as men do need a place to keep rings, and watches. They too need the felt material to prevent their precious gems from scratching and you will still find places for bulk items.

Men Jewelry Box Key Feature: Watch Holder

Unlike  a woman’s jewelry boxes, men jewelry boxes have watch holders. When you are shopping for a man, you will need to consider how many watches the man needs to store. The size of a man’s collection will often determine the size of the jewelry box you get for him. They can get pretty fancy but most will be designed around the watch holding ability.

How to Pick a Jewelry Box for a Man:

1. First consider your man’s style. Is he conservative or flashy? Will he want simple and plain or will he want elegant and sophisticated?
2. How many watches does he own? Many jewelry boxes are based on the amount of watches the hold.
3. Does he like to empty change out at night? Some jewelry boxes have coin slots for men who like to empty their pockets others do not.
4. Does he wear rings? Not all men’s jewelry boxes have ring rolls. You need to check before you buy.
5. Does he have bulk jewelry? He may not need drawers. This is an extra you may or may not need in a jewelry box.

How to Find a Good Deal

When looking for a good deal, shop around. Sometimes the internet has good prices and sometimes the best prices are at the stores after the holidays. Many stores do price matching plus a discount. If you can find a good price online, print it up and take it into a store that does price matching plus and you can save big bucks. It never hurts to ask a manager if they will give you a discount. The worst that can happen is they say no.

Click the ads that say they offer discounts even if you don’t want that item. It may lead you to an item or coupon you do want. Price matching is your friend and so are manufacture coupons. Places like Walmart and Target take manufacture coupons. Many times, they do price matching as well. Find a price you like. Find a coupon and see if they will take it on the item, you actually want.

Many times women have massive jewelry collections and many wood jewelry boxes but they do not buy their own jewelry box. At least they do not buy their own special jewelry boxes.

The wood jewelry boxes that mean the most to them are the ones that have special meaning. They were given to them at special times in their lives and came from ones they love.

Wooden jewelry boxes are meant to be passed down for generations. They are given to women at special moments in their lives. Anniversaries, birthdays, holidays, you name it, women love jewelry boxes just as much as they love receiving jewelry.

When you choose a wood jewelry box, you are choosing a present that says you care, a present that will last for generations to come.

Features of a Wood Jewelry Box

When looking for a Wood Jewelry Box, you will want to look at a few key features. Of course, each jewelry box will be unique an will have different features and designs. Choose the one that matches the needs of your loved one.

• Ring Holder
• Necklace Holder
• Earring Holders
• Drawers
• Silk/Suede Poaches
• Key Locks
• Glass Doors

The size and weight of the heirloom jewelry boxes will vary greatly depending on the needs of the needs of the woman. Choose based on what you think she will want and how much jewelry she needs to store.

Merbu Wood Jewelry Box (China)

The Merbu is a Ming Dynasty style jewelry box without the Ming style price. It has a removable felt ring tray. Smaller than traditional American style wood jewelry boxes, this jewelry box is perfect for those who want a lightweight box. Even though it is small in size, it is roomy enough to hold your jewelry.

Dimensions:10 in. W x 6 in. D x 5 in. H

Red Star Lila Cherry Finish Jewelry Box

The Red Star Lila has two large drawers that open wide for storing large items. The top compartment has a fluffy pillow for storing bracelets and rings. The suede interior lining protects valuables against accidents scratches.

Dimensions: 14.5 x 8.5 x 10 inches

Red Star VIENNA Burl Wood Jewelry Box

The Vienna Jewelry box makes a beautiful family heirloom. It includes a tasseled key to keep your treasures safe. The box features a high gloss finish with maple inlays and a polished luster finish.

Dimensions: 17.2 x 11.5 x 13 inches ; 20 pounds

Cherry Wooden Jewelry Box

This wooden jewelry box features an etched glass design for easy viewing of the shelf. It has 9 ring rolls and divided storage. It contains four drawers for easy storage.

Dimensions : 11¾x8×8″H.

Keep Your Jewelry Safe and Protected in a Jewelry Box

Jewelry boxes do more than look pretty sitting on a shelf. They actually perform a service. They are designed to protect your valuables from damage. Jewelry gets scratched up when not properly stored. This is why the better jewelry boxes are lined with Velvet and satin.

Jewelry boxes will have rolls to hold the rings upright as not to scratch opals, diamonds and other precious stones. They will have hooks to prevents bracelets and necklaces from tangling. Others will have storage compartments to hold brochettes.

Each part of a jewelry box is specifically designed to keep your valuables safe and sound. Don’t let your jewelry ruin by keeping them out in the open. Keep them safe in a wood jewelry box.

Jewelry Box – White

Target has their own brand online known only as jewelry box white.  It is cute enough with its four drawers and white lacquered finish. It has a velvet lining giving it a unique charm. It has both hooks and a ring drawer making it good for rings, bracelets, and other jewelry. It has a list price of $26.99.

Dimensions: 9.75 x 5.5 x 9.25 ”

Reed & Barton “Emily” White Jewelry Box

This truly adorable jewelry box is fabulously white on the outside and pink on the inside. The fabric dividers on the inside keep necklaces from getting tangled up. The only drawback to this truly adorable white jewelry box is the size. It is a bit small for most collections. However, it would not stop me from getting one. Macy’s list price: $35.oo

Dimensions: 6″ x 5 7/8″ x 4 3/8″

Lucy Jewelry Box – White

This white wood jewelry box has a classic finish and brushed nickel hardware. The 11 rolls to hold numerous rings and three storage compartments. In addition, it has a flip up mirror and five hooks. If that wasn’t enough, it has a removable drawer for women with bulky items to store. With the black velvet lining and plenty of storage room, you are sure to get your money wort.

However, you may have to get over the sticker shock first. This beautiful white jewelry box has a list price of $129.99.

Dimensions: 12L x 10.25W x 16.5H inches