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 Rolls Royce Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Corum
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Corum Rolls Royce Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case measuring 29 M.M. in length X 25 M.M. Detailed Spirit of Ecstacy Hood Ornament at the top of the case and Gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum 18k Gold Vintage Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Corum Swiss Made 18k Gold Leather Strap Wristwatch, a stunning embodiment of minimalist luxury and timeless Swiss craftsmanship. The bold yet refined 18k gold case contrasts beauti...
18k Gold
Corum ROMVLVS 18 Karat Gold Quartz Watch Diamond Bezel
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
CORUM ROMVLVS 18K GOLD QUARTZ WATCH W/ ROMAN NUMERAL DIAMOND BEZEL. This is an elegant ladies Corum watch with a lizard leather generic strap. It is...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Corum Rolls Royce Spirit Ecstasy 22MM 47595h12 18K Gold Diamond Watch
By Corum
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Corum Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 59.31 grams 18K Yellow Gold diamond CORUM Swiss made wristwatch. The metal was tested and determined to be 18K yel...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum Vintage Gold Watch 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Corum Vintage Watch is in working condition good condition overall gorgeous band deco casing of watch is: 18mm x 18mm 42 grams marked "18kt" on ba...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Hand Watch by Jager-Lecoultre
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Your Jaeger-LeCoultre watch with a black belt and gold accents sounds like a classic and luxurious timepiece. Jaeger-LeCoultre is known for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless...
Corum Watch with MOP Dial in 18K White Gold, 1980s
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Corum manual wind tank in 18k white gold with a mother of peal dial with diamonds from the 1980s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 30...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Corum 18K Gold & Diamond Watch with Woven Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An elegant vintage Corum ladies' watch. Features a square 18K gold case, brilliantly framed by pave-set diamonds. The textured dial displays minimalist markers and the Corum signatur...
Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k
By Piaget
Located in Wailea, HI
Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k A refined example of Piaget’s timeless craftsmanship, this 1970’s Piaget automatic wristwatch embodies understated elegance and Swi...
18k Gold
Corum Wood Roman Diamond Bezel Pave Dial Platinum Watch
By Corum
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Discover the elegance of this Corum watch, meticulously crafted in Switzerland. It features a round shape and precise quartz movement, offering both style and reliability. The 31mm d...
Platinum
