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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1990 Cartier Tortue 18K Rose Gold Tonneau Ladies Watch W/ Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pre-owned Cartier Tortue ladies wrist-watch in 18kt rose gold. Chic and slim 8.6mm thick case with integral link bracelet and hidden fold-over cl...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Corum 1895 US 20 Dollar Liberty Gold Coin 18K Yellow Gold 35mm Automatic Watch
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Corum 1895 $20 Liberty Gold Coin 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Bracelet Watch with Original Box and Papers Corum U.S. $20 gold coin bracelet watch, manual wind, 35mm x 35mm to lug tips, original 18K yellow gold coin-edge case set with an authentic 1895 U.S. $20 Liberty Head gold coin in 21.6K gold, movement ring also hallmarked 18K, integrated 18K yellow gold textured bracelet signed Corum, 7.5 inches in length, original 1895-dated $20 gold coin dial showing the reverse with American bald eagle and shield, 35 jewels, serial number #333***, triple signed. Includes the original inner and outer box as well as unsigned paperwork. Gross weight of assembled watch: 78.9 dwt / 122.8 grams. This Corum coin watch...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Large 28mm Two Tone Automatic Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Française ref. W51005Q4 large automatic watch in two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold featuring a silver guilloche dial with Roman numerals, blued steel hands, a...
18k Gold
Corum Admiral's Cup Competition Automatic Black Dial Watch 94793104.0371
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Corum Admiral's Cup Competition 48 featuring 10 international maritime signal flags in a polygonal bezel. Titanium represents the outstanding watchmaking spirit of the Swiss watchmaker, Corum. Swiss-made titanium with its signature polygonal 12-sided bezel, the watch bears a protected screw-down crown, Sapphire Crystal, and a solid case back that shelters a self-winding movement. The Titanium feels light but possesses a substantial 42 hours power reserve that powers practical functions. Corum is the official timekeeper of the Victory Challenge at America's Cup. The dial pays tribute to the famous Victory Challenge race yacht with colored maritime flags...
Vintage Concord 14K Gold 25mm Quartz Integrated Bracelet Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Concord rectangular watch features a champagne dial with gold baton markers and gold hands in a rectangular 14K yellow gold case, on a 14K yellow gold integrated brick-link bracelet. Quartz movement, 25mm case. Original Box included. Product Specifications: Item Type: Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch...
Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision 34mm Two-Tone Rose Gold Steel Rare Dial 1978 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Precision Oyster Date 34mm on two tone rose gold and stainless steel on Oyster bracelet. The dial features a rare brown and cream white pattern, complemented by a seldom seen mix of arabic and roman numeral hour markers. The combination of rose gold and stainless steel offers an elegant yet rugged look. Fixed textured bezel and automatic mechanical movement. Everything about this watch is unique and rare. The perfect watch for those in search of a Rolex that stands out from the traditional models and no one else has. Details: Item Type: Rolex Precision Watch...
Stainless Steel
Corum Bubble 42MM L295 Pink Mop Diamond Bezel Rose Gold Stainless Steel Watch
By Corum
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Corum Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Stainless Steel & 18K Rose Gold Diameter: 42.00 mm Weight: 120.88 grams Stainless Steel and 18K Rose Gold diamond and mother of pearl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Corum Ovale 18k White Gold Pink MoP Dial Quartz Wrist Watch 137.410.69
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and luxurious Corum Ovale wrist watch features an oval-shaped, 23.9mm wide, solid 18k white gold case. The case is adorned 66 pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds of ver...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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 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 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
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
