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Novica
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Novica

Novica

Series A

NOVICA operates an artisan marketplace for handmade goods, including jewelry, apparel, decor, art, and gifts.

HQ
Santa Monica, CA, US
Founded
1999
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Novica operates an online marketplace for handmade goods from global artisans. Its catalog includes categories such as jewelry, apparel, home decor, art, and gifts, and the company is based in Santa Monica.

The business context is consumer e-commerce for artisan-made products across multiple categories, connecting buyers to makers through a centralized digital storefront. The marketplace positioning emphasizes curated handmade inventory and cross-category shopping, with the platform acting as the intermediary for discovery and purchase.

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Novica - Quick Facts

Who are Novica's competitors?

Companies similar to Novica include A Curated World, Minted, Curioos and LocalLux.

When was Novica founded?

Novica was founded in 1999.

Where is Novica's headquarters located?

Novica's headquarters is located in Santa Monica, CA, US.

When was Novica's last funding round?

Novica's most recent funding round was for $3M (USD) in June 2003.

How much has Novica raised to-date?

As of Jun 3, 2003, Novica has raised a total of $3M (USD).

Novica - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Main Product
  • Handmade Goods
  • Home Decor
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Marketplace
NAICS
  • 440000Retail Trade
SIC
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail