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Country of origin

Switzerland

Group

Swatch Group

Founded

1735 (according to Wikidata)

Level

Absolute luxury

Score

3 of 5 criteria met

The five criteria

A criterion is met only when sourced evidence shows it. “No data” does not mean “no”: nothing settles it yet.

1. High quality

   ✕Not established

   Clearly superior materials and finish.

2. Authentic value

   ✓Met

   Real benefits, functional or emotional.

   • Manufactures in the Vallée de Joux, at Le Brassus and Le Sentier. — consulted on 26 October 2026

3. Prestigious image

   ✓Met

   A reputation built on craft, expertise, heritage and service.

   • The Swatch Group: ranked 12 in Deloitte, Global Powers of Luxury Goods (2023 (financial year 2022) edition) — consulted on 26 October 2026
   • Founded in 1735: 291 years of heritage (threshold: 50 years)

4. Premium price

   –No data

   Customers accept to pay far more than for an equivalent.

5. Resonance

   ✓Met

   Deep attachment and loyalty from customers.

   • Cercle des Connaisseurs, a club for Blancpain watch owners. — consulted on 26 October 2026
   • In-store appointments at a chosen date and time. — consulted on 26 October 2026
   • Wikipedia article in 22 languages (threshold: 20)

Reference lists

• The Swatch Group: ranked 12 in Deloitte, Global Powers of Luxury Goods (2023 (financial year 2022) edition) — consulted on 26 October 2026

Official website · Wikidata item (Q804327)

Places

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