![]() But the Buckingham Artisan Collection adds panache to this basic watch style, making it my absolute favorite among all types of watches. Corum’s Buckingham timepieces are eye-catching on their own, with square cases and out-of-the-ordinary numerals around the dial. So, here we are at the last but not least section of this feature. ![]() The Bubble Collection by CorumĬorum Buckingham Artisan Collection hand-painted timepiece. Corum has even made a functional table clock that looks like a giant Golden Bridge watch-the quintessential cool home or office décor in the right setting. The Golden Bridge has since been used in round and rectangular-shaped cases with oodles of gemstones and precious metal embellishments surrounding the basic concept, but I prefer the understated (if a skeletal watch can really be understated) look of the originals. If that weren’t enough, many versions have diamond bezels. In addition to being clear on the back, the sides of the Golden Bridge are also open, giving another peek into the layers of components making up these fine timepieces. It takes the idea of the rectangular skeletal watch a step further, giving it a sculptural look. What makes this style so unique is that the gears and mechanisms making up the movement are all mounted in a line on a literal golden bridge that makes up the dial. The Golden Bridge collection by Corum came about in the 1980s. Corum’s Golden Bridge CollectionĪnother version from the Corum Golden Bridge collection. They’re usually marketed to men, but I also love the look for the modern woman, especially models with leather bands. As an ardent proponent of preserving history through collecting, how could I condone destroying a pristine gold coin to create a watch? Well, as the years have passed, my views have softened a bit, and I’ve decided that a new collectible is born every time one of these watches is made. Then I found out that the coins used to craft them were sliced in half to accommodate the movement, and that sort of ruined it. ![]() I thought using an American gold coin to form both the dial and the back of the case made for a beautiful presentation in these classic timepieces. When I first learned about these watches years ago, I had a bit of a love/hate relationship with them. This classic Corum style, introduced in 1964, has been owned by numerous American presidents and many in the know when it comes to design and art. The Heritage Coin WatchĬorum Heritage Coin Watch with leather wristband.Ĭorum still produces several styles of Heritage watches, and one of those is the Heritage Coin Watch. ![]() Before we get to those, humor me as I share a few other Corum collectible watches I wouldn’t say no to if gifted with one. And while all these novelties are certainly cool, there’s one Corum collection I’m particularly passionate about. The Trapeze watches they made have interesting trapezoid-shaped cases and mother-of-pearl dials. Another interesting example I’ve seen emulates the grill of a Rolls Royce with the shape of its golden case. What makes them special in my eye? Some Corum watches have peacock feathers decorating the face, while others include rare materials like meteorites. It’s also a brand on my personal most-wanted list if I ever happen upon a fortune. Given that, it’s not surprising the innovation and style reflected in Corum’s timepieces make them favorites among luxury watch consumers. The founders of the company, René Bannwart and his uncle Gaston Ries, however, brought decades of Swiss watchmaking experience to their new brand when it was established in the 1950s. Corum watch from the Golden Bridge collection.Īs Swiss watch companies go, Corum is not an old name in the timepiece business.
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