Gucci Watches & Jewellery Buying Guide

Gucci: A brief history

• 1936: The first signature Gucci print was invented
• 1951: The red and green colours of Gucci became their famous colours
• 1953: Guccio Gucci sadly passed away and his 4 sons took over the business
• 1955: The well-known Gucci house crest (the intertwined double Gs) became a registered trademark
• 1970s: More and more Gucci stores have now opened, with Paris, Beverley Hills, New York, Hong Kong, and Tokyo being just a few examples
• 1972: The first Gucci watch was created, leading their way into timepieces crafted with advanced quality, precision, and attention to detail
• Present-day: Gucci continues to be a leading luxury brand worldwide that focuses designs across a broad product range including watches, jewellery, clothing, handbags and more!

Gucci products

As well as leading their way through luxury designer fashion, Gucci have created a wide range of jewellery and timepieces to showcase their creativity and excellent craftsmanship. Gucci watches and jewellery are expertly produced and crafted by skilled professionals in Gucci’s ateliers in La Chaux-de-Fonds Switzerland, while goldsmiths in Italy create stunning pieces. Each of our Gucci products ooze their signature style with striking designs that we know you’ll love.

How much is a Gucci watch?

The price of Gucci watches varies on which you go for, for example, the model and specific style will impact the price you pay. However, the price range of our Gucci watches typically sits between £600 at the cheapest, and £1,650 at the most expensive.

The price of Gucci watches will differ between the features and style of each watch. Before browsing and purchasing, you should think about what you want from your watch and set your budget, this will make the process a lot easier and you’ll be able to eliminate those that are out of your price range.

Another thing to remember is that, here at Ernest Jones, we offer interest-free credit options, so you don’t have to cover the full cost of your new watch in one go. Our interest-free credit is available for up to 4 years which is perfect if you’re looking to spread the cost over a manageable time frame or if you have your eye on something that’s a little out of budget!

Please note this is subject to credit status.

How to tell if a Gucci watch is real

If you’ve already been gifted a Gucci watch or have bought one from elsewhere that isn’t a reputable jeweller, you may be wondering whether you have a genuine Gucci timepiece sat on your wrist.

Gucci is one of the most replicated watch brands in the world meaning there are many counterfeits out there. Here are a few things to look out for to know if you have a genuine Gucci watch or not.

Firstly, you should check the back of your watch casing where you should find the Gucci logo and model number. Fake watches may display just the logo, or the logo will appear bigger and this is a sign it’s a replica. Please note however that although this is the case for most Gucci watches, not all models have the logo on the back of the case, so if yours doesn’t then it would be worth carrying out a quick online search as to whether this is right or not.

You should also lookout for the wording ‘swiss made’ on your watch. If your watch is genuine, these words will be seen on the watch face.

Lastly, you should check the serial number of your watch as every genuine Gucci watch is sold with a certificate of authenticity. If you have doubts, you can check this serial number with Gucci who will be able to inform you whether your watch is real.

There are other things you can look out for too such as the dial movements and the weight and movements of the watch but the above 3 are the easiest ways to check.

Caring for your Gucci watch

Gucci watches don’t come with a low-price tag so if you buy one it’s important you take the right care of it to ensure you get the very best out of it for longer.

Here are just a few of our top cleaning tips to maintaining excellent condition of your watch:

• Use cotton buds to clean hard to reach areas. For example, around the bezel and strap detailing
• When not wearing your watch, store it in its original box to keep it protected from any damage
• If putting your watch down on a surface, always leave it face up to prevent any damage to the dial and glass face
• Simply use soapy water to clean your watch rather than any harsh chemicals but test any cleaning methods on a small area first just to be certain!
• Even if your watch is classed as waterproof, avoid submerging it when cleaning
• Only allow trained professionals to remove the cover from the watch back. If you do this yourself it could invalidate any warranty and expose the delicate components to dirt leading to irreparable damage
• Make use of our watch repair service to ensure your watch is maintained to its highest standards