Jewellery museum Pforzheim

The Jewellery Museum Pforzheim displays 2000 objects spanning five millennia, from ancient rings to modern pieces. The collection is organized by historical period and geographic origin, covering multiple styles and techniques.

The collection includes Greek and Etruscan artifacts, pieces from the Renaissance, and significant Art Nouveau jewellery by European artists. These works demonstrate how jewellery design and craftsmanship evolved across different historical periods.

The museum presents jewellery from societies outside Europe, including pieces from Oceania, Nagaland in India, and the Near East. Visitors can observe how different cultures used adornment to express identity and tradition.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and accessible by public transport. Some areas have limited wheelchair access, so it helps to check accessibility details before visiting.

The Philipp Weber collection features mechanical pocket watches that document watchmaking and goldsmithing progress from the 17th to 19th centuries. These pieces reveal the technical skill of craftspeople across generations of advancement.

Location: Pforzheim

Architects: Manfred Lehmbruck

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Website: https://schmuckmuseum.de

GPS coordinates: 48.88583,8.69758

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:01