Leather jewelry boxes tend to be flat and portable. Egypt is the largest supplier of leather jewelry boxes. If you are a frequent traveler and must transport your jewelry securely, opt for leather jewelry boxes. Not only will you have the safety of a lock jewelry box, but these carriers are non-conspicuous: more often they look like purses or handbags, so no one will suspect what you are carrying.

They are a stylish way for the modern woman to organize her precious things, and come in all sorts of different colors: burgundy, red, champagne, cognac, navy blue, and saddle brown. The array of leather types is truly amazing, some come in such exotic leathers as the Amazon Crocodile or camel, as well as vintage alligator and lizard-printed calfskin. Vintage leather jewelry boxes are available on the internet or at estate sales, and they are a great way to pick up something with a history behind it. Most are in good condition, and can come lined with suede or luxurious velvet.

Different types of leather jewelry boxes:

• The earring or stud box is usually a single level of small, uniform compartments designed to hold your smaller jewelry items such as solitaire earrings or cufflinks.
• The Roll-out jewelry box is named for a special compartment that rolls out.
• The Auto-open box comes with automatic drawers that pop out when you lift the lid.
• The watch and jewelry box for men, often called a men's valet, is smaller and more compact.

Large leather jewelry boxes have an astounding amount of features, such as: A built in mirror, earring boards, side compartments, necklace holders, drawers that might or might not come with a lock and key, and a small removable travel jewelry box or carrying tray.

Valuable Tip: When searching for a great gift for Father's Day or for any other special occasion, be sure to remember that men's valets and leather boxes can be debossed (a process know as blind stamping), monogrammed, or detailed with a corporate logo, family crest, or custom design.