What Class 14 covers
Class 14 covers precious metals and their alloys, jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones, and horological and chronometric instruments — watches and clocks.
Class 14 is a goods class (Classes 1–34 cover goods).
Examples of goods in Class 14
- Gold and silver jewellery
- Diamonds and precious stones
- Rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings
- Watches
- Clocks and watch straps
- Cufflinks and tie pins
- Jewellery boxes
- Key rings (trinkets)
- Pearls
- Precious metals in raw or semi-worked form
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 14
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Smart watches | Class 9 — Electronics, computers & software |
| Jewellery retail services | Class 35 — Advertising, business & retail services |
| Watch repair | Class 37 — Construction, installation & repair |
| Wallets and leather accessories | Class 18 — Leather goods, bags & luggage |
Who files in Class 14
Jewellers, watch brands, gold traders and accessory designers.
Filing tip
Jewellery shops normally combine Class 14 with Class 35 (retail of jewellery) so the shop name is protected as a store as well as on the products.
Classes often filed with Class 14
Filing Class 14 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 14 (AED 750 examination, AED 750 publication, AED 5,000 registration). See the UAE fee guide and how to register in the UAE.
Businesses that use Class 14
Questions
What is trademark Class 14?
Class 14 of the Nice Classification covers Jewellery & watches. Class 14 covers precious metals and their alloys, jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones, and horological and chronometric instruments — watches and clocks.
What is not included in Class 14?
Smart watches — Class 9. Jewellery retail services — Class 35. Watch repair — Class 37. Wallets and leather accessories — Class 18.
Which classes are filed with Class 14?
Often Class 18 (Leather goods, bags & luggage), Class 25 (Clothing, footwear & headwear), Class 35 (Advertising, business & retail services).