With its integration of unconventional forms and design elements, Corum epitomizes modern Swiss watchmaking. Since its mid-century-era beginnings, Corum has been known for its meticulously crafted watches featuring hand-engraved details, luxe materials and often unusual case shapes. Corum has never shied away from avant-garde designs and techniques, even incorporating bird feathers into its contemporary pieces.
Corum was established in 1955 by watchmaker Gaston Ries and his nephew René Bannwart — an alum of Patek Philippe and Omega — in the Swiss city of La Chaux-de-Fonds. The company soon adopted an adventurous spirit of exploration, helping to redefine the modern hand-crafted watch.
Corum introduced its first timepieces in 1956. The vintage watch collectors of the world — particularly those fond of shaped watches — are likely familiar with the Golden Tube model that debuted in 1957 as well as the Rolls Royce models that followed decades later. The maker is best known, however, for its Admiral watches, favored by yachting enthusiasts, and its Coin watches, worn by captains of industry and presidents ranging from Lyndon B. Johnson to George H. W. Bush. Corum even introduced a series of book-themed watches in the 1980s and ‘90s.
In 2000, Belgian watchmaker and entrepreneur Severin Wunderman acquired Corum. Wunderman was the exclusive designer and manufacturer of Gucci watches for 25 years and brought skill and aesthetic flair to Corum, leading it into a new era of innovative design.
Wundermann died in 2008. In 2013, China Haidian Holdings Limited Group purchased Corum. The brand's parent company was later renamed Citychamp Watch & Jewelry Group.
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Corum Romulvs 02.0001 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Corum Romulvs 02.0001 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 134317 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Corum Model: Romulvs Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Automatic/Ki...
Stainless Steel
Corum 14710 18K White Gold Lapiz & Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Watch
By Corum
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Corum 18K White Gold Lapiz & Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Watch is a luxurious timepiece that embodies elegance and sophistication. The watch features a captivating mother-of-pearl (MOP) d...
18k Gold
Corum The Aston Ref 57219 Stainless Steel Men's Hand Wind Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This refined men’s timepiece from Corum’s Aston collection combines elegant proportions with classic mechanical craftsmanship. Featuring a 34 mm stainless steel case and a hand-wound...
Stainless Steel
Corum Antika 024.653.69 Ladies 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Bezel
By Corum
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 024.653.69 Model: Corum Antika Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: Leather Strap Bezel: 18K White Gold with Factory Original Diamond Bezel Dial...
Corum Sterling Silver Hand Wind Bracelet Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This Corum watch features a sterling silver bracelet-style design with an oval case, minimalist silver-tone dial, and two-hand layout. The dial is signed Corum and Swiss Made, while ...
Sterling Silver
Corum Clipper Club 29mm Ivory Dial Stainless Steel & 18k Gold 49425 Swiss Watch
By Corum
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : CORUM Model: Clipper Club Reference Number : 49425 Features : 18k Accent -Ivory Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless Steel...
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Corum Temps Mecanique 36mm steel and gold case
By Corum
Located in MADRID, ES
This piece has a "guilloché" dial, also known as "engine turning." This type of dial is characterized by a decorative technique applied to watches, where intricate geometric pattern...
Gold, Steel
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Corum Stainless Steel Watch with Diamonds
By Corum Watch Company
Located in New York, NY
Corum Stainless Steel Watch with Diamonds Movement Quartz Gender Men's Watch Dial Color Silver with Diamonds Case Material Stainless Steel & Diamon...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Corum Ladies 26mm Stainless Steel Diamond Bubble Quartz Watch, 2000s
By Corum
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). CORUM - a lady's Bubble wrist watc...
Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel
Corum Bubble Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Women's Quartz Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Corum Bubble women’s watch featuring a polished stainless steel case with the signature domed crystal, mother of pearl dial, and diamond-set bezel. The dial has oversized Arabic nume...
Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel
Corum Admirals Cup Limited Steel Automatic Watch 753.935.06/0371 AN52
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Limited Edition of 303 out of 750. Pre-owned Corum Admirals Cup 48mm Limited Edition Steel Automatic Watch 753.935.06/0371 AN52. Come with Original Papers, minor scratches, and Ding...
Steel
Corum Admiral's Cup Legend 18k Rose Gold Steel Brown Dial Watch A984/03598
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Display model. Brown Wood Patern Dial. It comes with an original box but papers are not included. * Free Domestic Shipping * Two-year warranty * 14-day money-back guarantee return. ...
Rose Gold, Steel
Gomelsky Audry Steel White Dial Quartz Ladies Watch G0120112281
By Gomelsky
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Gomelsky Audry G0120112281 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape...
Rolex Yacht-Master Steel Platinum Silver Dial Automatic Men Watch 16622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers. The watch is fully serviced and functioning properly. 🕰 Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 Brand: Rolex Model: Yacht-Master Model Number: 16622 De...
Steel
Charriol Parisii Steel Diamond White MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch P33S2.920.001
By Charriol
Located in New York, NY
This display model Charriol Parsii P33S2.920.001 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape face, date indicator dial and has hand diamonds style markers. It is completed with a stainless steel band that opens and closes with a fold over clasp with double push button satety. This watch comes with a Chronostore presentation box and authenticity card. Brand Charriol Type Wristwatch Department Women Model Number P33S2.920.001 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Style Dress/Formal Model Charriol Parisii...
Charriol Parisii Two Tone Steel Silver Dial Quartz Unisex Watch P40SY2.931.001
By Charriol
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Charriol Parisii P40SY2.931.001 is a beautiful Unisex timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stain...
