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Are watches covered by home insurance?

My wife got me a really expensive watch for our anniversary—and while I’m definitely grateful, I’m also pretty anxious over the thought of something happening to it. I know some home insurance can cover lost engagement rings, but have no idea whether that type of protection extends to other jewelry. Specifically, are watches covered on your home insurance policy?

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Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Watches—along with other valuable jewelry—have limited coverage since they are considered personal property under your
home insurance
policy. So if your watch is stolen or damaged as the result of a
named peril
(like storm damage or vandalism), you’ll be able to claim coverage up to a certain dollar amount.
Keep in mind, all claims are subject to your insurance deductible.
But if your watch is especially precious, it’s a good idea to think about adding extra coverage to your policy. If your watch’s value exceeds the limit of your homeowners insurance policy, which is usually around $1,500, purchasing additional insurance for your jewelry and other valuables can help ensure you won’t suffer monetary damages.
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