Trademark Class 14 under the NICE Classification covers jewellery, precious metals, gemstones, watches, clocks, and all related accessories.
If your business manufactures or sells gold jewellery, silver ornaments, diamond jewellery, artificial jewellery made with precious metals, watches, clocks, or luxury timepieces, your trademark must be registered under Class 14.
This class is essential for jewellery brands, watch manufacturers, goldsmiths, fashion accessory companies, gem traders, and premium lifestyle brands.
#đź§ľ Detailed List of Goods Covered Under Class 14
#A. Jewellery & Ornaments
Gold, silver, platinum jewellery
Diamond, gemstone jewellery
Necklaces, earrings, rings, pendants
Chains, bangles, anklets, bracelets
Nose pins, toe rings, mangalsutras
Jewellery boxes and cases
#B. Precious Metals & Bullion
Gold and silver bars
Precious metal ingots
Coins made of precious metals
Semi-precious stones and alloys
#C. Watches & Timepieces
Wristwatches, smart watches (non-electronic)
Luxury watches, designer watches
Wall clocks, table clocks
Stopwatches, pocket watches
Watch movements and parts
#D. Jewellery Components & Accessories
Clasps, threads, hooks
Jewellery settings
Watch bands, straps, dials
Watch cases and chains
#E. Religious & Cultural Articles (Precious Metal)
Religious idols/statues made of precious metals
Kalash, pooja articles (precious metal)
Decorative items made of gold/silver
#🚫 What’s NOT Included in Class 14
❌ Item | ✅ Goes To |
|---|---|
Fashion jewellery (non-precious metal) | Class 26 or 35 |
Smartwatches with full electronics | Class 9 |
Jewellery retail, showrooms | Class 35 |
Gold refining services | Class 40 |
Precious stone mining | Class 37 / 40 |
Leather watch straps | Class 18 |
Imitation/artificial jewellery (plastic/metal mix) | Class 26 |
#đź’ˇ Practical Tips for Trademark Applicants
#âś… Clearly mention product type:
“Precious metal jewellery,”
“Diamond and gemstone jewellery,”
“Watches and timepieces,”
“Gold and silver bullion,”
“Jewellery accessories.”
#âś… Use strong legal wording:
“Precious metals and their alloys; jewellery; precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.”
#Additional Class Suggestions
Selling jewellery or watches through a store → Add Class 35
Custom jewellery design or repair → Add Class 37
Gold and silver processing → Add Class 40
Electronic or smart wearable devices → Add Class 9
#đź§ Summary
Trademark Class 14 covers jewellery, precious metals, gemstones, watches, clocks, and their related parts and accessories.
If your business deals in ornaments or timepieces, Class 14 is mandatory for brand protection.
#âť“ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is gold and diamond jewellery included in Class 14?
âś… Yes, all precious metal and gemstone jewellery fall under Class 14.
Q2. Are watches included?
âś… Yes, all analog, mechanical, and luxury watches are included.
Q3. Are smartwatches included?
❌ Only non-electronic watch components fall here. Fully electronic smartwatches fall under Class 9.
Q4. Are jewellery boxes included?
âś… Yes, jewellery boxes made of precious metals are included.
Q5. Are imitation jewellery items included?
❌ No, artificial jewellery mostly goes to Class 26.