Proof of purchase for watches and jewellery
With watches and jewellery, paperwork is part of the product. The same watch sells at two different prices based on one thing: whether the original box, stamped card and invoice exist. For insurance, they are simply required.
What to keep for your watch
- The stamped warranty card (undated cards lose value)
- Original invoice with serial or reference number
- Certificates for precious stones and metals
- Valuation certificates for insurance
- Service records from authorised centres
🛡️ Warranty reality
Watch warranties (typically two years, longer for some movements) count from purchase — the stamped card's date. An unstamped card may as well not exist to a service centre or a buyer.
💰 When you sell
"Full set, papers dated" is the phrase that opens pre-owned watch conversations. Insurance claims, likewise, need the invoice and valuation together.
Common questions
What is a "full set" watch?
Watch, box, warranty card stamped with a date, and invoice. Full sets command clearly higher resale prices than the watch alone.
Why must the warranty card be dated?
An undated card can't prove warranty start or authenticity of the purchase — buyers discount it heavily. Get it stamped at purchase.
Which papers do insurers ask for?
The purchase invoice and a current valuation certificate, especially for jewellery. Keep both, updated every few years.
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