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Corum Vintage

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
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Late 20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CORUM Vintage Oval lady's watch in 18 carat yellow gold
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Paris, FR
CORUM Oval lady's watch in 18 carat yellow gold. Stylized bezel. Oval case, snap closure bottom
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18K Yellow Gold Women's Quartz Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Corum quartz timepiece is a perfect blend of elegance and precision. Crafted from
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Corum White Gold Duel Time Zone Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Corum
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Corum 2 Time Zone Wrist watch, 33 x 30 M.M 18k White Gold two piece case, two 17 Jewel
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Corum Romulus Romvlvs 26MM 50.201.56 Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Corum
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Corum  Gender: Ladies  Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 23.63
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18k White Gold Oval Cow Two Tone Dial Ladies Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the uniqueness of this Vintage Corum Textured Watch.   Crafted in solid 18K White Gold
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Corum 18ct Yellow Gold Watch in Perfect Working Condition, 1970's
By Corum
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1970’s Corum 18ct Yellow Gold Watch In Perfect Working Condition Additional Information
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Corum 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Watch Quartz Movement & Black Leather Strap 44107
By Corum
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Corum 18k Gold Watch With Quartz Movement & Black Leather Strap Serial #: 44107.348851
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Yellow Gold $5 US Gold Coin Liberty Head Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Corum $5 US gold coin Liberty head. The case is 25mm, 18k gold original bracelet with Corum
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Classic 5448356 in Yellow Gold with Silver dial 33.5mm Manual watch
By Corum
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Thin Corum Classic in 18k yellow gold with fancy design lugs on a black alligator strap
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Corum Admiral's Cup Legend 18k Rose Gold Steel Brown Dial Watch A984/03598
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Style: Luxury Model: Corum Admiral Legend Vintage: No Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Number of
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Vintage 1970's Corum 18k Gold Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage 1970's Corum 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch, with its original gold dial and
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five 5 Dollar Coin Quartz Wrist Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum. Movement: Swiss Made - Quartz Case Material: Solid 18k Gold Case Serial Number
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Ovale 18k White Gold Pink MoP Dial Quartz Wrist Watch 137.410.69
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.9mm to 2.7mm (approx.) -- Total Carat Weight: 2.26 (approx.) Condition: Vintage Corum Ovale
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Corum Vintage Ultra Thin Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Corum Band Color: Black Gender: Men's Case Size: 32-35.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Corum Admiral's Cup AC-One 45 Chronograph
By Corum
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Vintage Corum Admirals Cup AC-One 45 Chronograph I am afflicted with many diseases. Among these
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Signed Corum Stylish Vintage 1970s Gold Long Necklace with Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Antwerp, BE
: Switzerland Style: Vintage Seventies (of the twentieth century) Period: ca. 1970 Material: 18K yellow gold
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Vintage 1895 Unisex
By Corum
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1595 Manufacturer: Corum Model: Vintage Model Ref: Age: Gender: Unisex Complete With: Box
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1990s Wrist Watches

Vintage Corum Buckingham Large Sterling Mechanical Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Corum Buckingham Wrist Watch, 38 X 35 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 Piece Case, 17 Jewel
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Corum Golden Bridge Vintage Yellow Gold Skeleton Dial 1320756
By Corum
Located in London, GB
A stunning 20mm Vintage Golden Bridge wristwatch crafted in yellow gold by Corum. Featuring a
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Romvlvs Skeleton Back, Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage
By Corum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive Corum Romvlvs gents stainless steel wrist watch with skeleton back; part of
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold Mechanical Automatic 34mm Wrist Watch Ref. 36260
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Reference No.: 36260 Movement: Mechanical - Self Winding - 23 Jewels - Swiss Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 1899 5-Dollar USA Gold Coin Watch Face with Crocodile Strap
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Corum Watch Circa 1970 With a 22K Year 1899 5 Dollar Gold Coin. 24mm dial with textured 18k
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Vintage 1970s North American Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18k Gold 28mm Ten $10 Dollar Coin Mechanical Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Movement: Swiss Made Hand Wound Mechanical Movement Case Material: Solid 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five $5 Dollar Coin Wrist Watch Ref. 122
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Reference No.: 122 Movement: Swiss Made Quartz Movement Case Serial No.: 499465
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five $5 Dollar Coin Wrist Watch Ref. 122
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Reference No.: 122 Movement: Swiss Made Quartz Movement Case Serial No.: 499465
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five $5 Dollar Coin Wrist Watch Ref. 122
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Reference No.: 122 Movement: Swiss Made Quartz Movement Case Serial No.: 499465
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Horizontal Diamond Ladies Steel Watch Black Leather Strap
By Corum
Located in Hamilton, AU
A wonderful chronograph, the stainless steel Corum ladies' wristwatch, reference 130.330.47, has a
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Corum Bubble Stainless Steel White Dial Leather Quarts Watch 163.150.20
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Style Casual,Dress/Formal Model Corum Bubble Vintage No Band Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Corum Admiral's Cup Steel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 082.833.20/F373
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
of Manufacture Switzerland Style Sport Model Corum Admiral's Cup Vintage No Band Color Blue Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Corum Admirals Cup Regatta Limited Steel Carbon Black Automatic Watch 985.631.20
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Number 985.631.20 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Style Luxury Model Corum Admirals Cup Vintage
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Corum Admirals Cup Diamond Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Charm Nautical Jewelry
By Corum
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Corum Admirals Cup diamond pendant, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Round brilliant cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Swazi Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Admiral AC-One 45 Titanium Skeleton Dial Mens Watch 082.401.04/F376 FH52
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
through us using our own authorized watchmakers. Brand: Corum Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Corum Classic Watch 18k Yellow Gold Black Dial Case Manual Ref 128-10 02
By Corum
Located in Surfside, FL
Corum in 18k on black leather strap. Manual. 25mm case size. Nice vintage piece! Circa 1960s. Fine
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Corum Timpiece
By Corum
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Corum. The movement is mechanical and this timepiece is manually wound
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Corum Buckingham Large Sterling Mechanical Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Corum Buckingham Wrist Watch, 38 X 35 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 Piece Case, 17 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five $5 Dollar Coin Wrist Watch Ref. 122
By Corum
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum Reference No.: 122 Movement: Swiss Made Quartz Movement Case Serial No.: 499465
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Watch Secret Opening yellow gold Sapphire Charm Bracelet 1970
By Corum
Located in Berkeley, CA
A substantial vintage Corum woven-like charm opens up to a navy blue wind-up watch in 18K yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Buckingham Vintage Watch
By Corum
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a vintage Corum Buckingham 18K Gold Watch from the 1970s,it features a unique dial.
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Corum Yellow Gold Astrological Zodiac Symbol Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Authentic vintage Corum Astrological wristwatch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Distinctive
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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Corum Vintage Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box Only dated 1970s *Case Size: 34mm *Strap: Stainless Steel *Age
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Corum Vintage ETA 2824 3adj Men's Yellow Gold Watch
By Corum
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Xupes Reference: COM002640 Manufacturer: Corum Model: Vintage Model Variant: 0 Model Number: ETA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1960's Corum Vintage Aurore-Villeret Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box Only dated 1960's *Case Size: 34mm *Strap: Black Lizard Leather
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Corum Dress Unisex Watch in Yellow Gold
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Recently serviced & refinished by a certified watchmaker. Excellent condition. New, generic leather strap and buckle. Photos of actual item.
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Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Pre-Owned Corum Admiral's Cup 18 Karat Yellow Gold 296.830.56 Watch
By Corum
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
vintage second hand Corum watches for sale which are up to 70% off of retail. Xupes Xtended. Watches
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hermès by Corum Stainless Steel H Vintage Quartz Watch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Collector's piece hard to find Hermes H watch made by Corum . Good vintage condition some
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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

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Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 carats total weight, F color, VS clarity....
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Omega Lady Wrist Watch in 18 Karat White Gold, Set with Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Omega Lady Wrist Watch in 18 Karat White Gold. Set with Diamonds. Mechanical manual winding movement. Including certificate of authenticity.
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum, making it the perfect timeless accessory for any special occasion. Boasting an impressi...
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Hamilton Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
This Antique Hamilton Ladie's cocktail is watch crafted in solid Platinum. With an off-white dial & silver-tone hand markers. Manual mechanical winding movement. It with A round dia...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond watch with 4.00 carat on the band
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1950s 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.96 carat diamond (total), platinum and 9 karat white gold cocktail watch; part of our vintage watch collections. This stunnin...
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Retro Equestrian Theme Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Following the equestrian motif similar to that of Cartier and Hermes, and various jewelers around the world, this watch is the epitome of feminine refinement. The double snake chain ...
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Chopard Diamond Mother of Pearl Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
CHOPARD Diamond Mother of Pearl Ladies Watch Movement: Quartz Diamond total weight approx. 20 cts. Measures approx. bracelet – 0.77″-0.89″ width and face approx. 0.92″
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3570 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 16mm MOVEMENT ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Concord .85 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Concord Watch
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies solid 14k gold Concord wristwatch with mesh band and quartz movement. 36 round cut diamond bezel. 6.75 length. 36 round diamonds, G VS approx. .85cts 14k yellow gold 36.2 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Ladies Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch
By Boucheron
Located in Darnestown, MD
This versatile Boucheron 18 gold watch can be dressed up or down. It comes with a gold band or can be interchanged with either one of red leather or tan ostrich. The watch itself me...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J. Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Watch with Woven Pearl, Ruby Band & Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One of A Kind stunning vintage working Winding Dial Watch is reworked into a timeless and elegant Pearl, Ruby and 14k Yellow Gold piece. Stamped and made in all solid 14k Y...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Ladies 18k Gold President, Champangne Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
SKU 6917-YG-CHM-DIA-PRES Brand/Model: Rolex President Model Number: 6917 Style: Ladies Case Size: 26 mm Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: ...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mathey Tissot Bracelet Watch 14K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the distinguished Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Gold Nugget Bracelet Watch, a symbol of timeless sophistication and elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a refined 17mm...
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18kt Vacheron Constantin Geneve Bracelet Watch with Smallest Baguette Movement
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Collector Item, 18kt Yellow Gold Vacheron Constantin Genève Bracelet Watch With Smallest Baguette Movement at the time. Diamonds: 18+16 brilliant cut diamonds Emerald: 21 emerald ...
Category

20th Century Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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Corum Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate corum vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and Silver. A corum vintage can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Sapphire rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a corum vintage, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Corum Vintage?

The price for a corum vintage starts at $1,600 and tops out at $4,953 with these watches, on average, selling for $2,395.

Corum for sale on 1stDibs

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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Corum
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Corum is a well-known luxury brand that manufactures exceptionally well-made watches. On average, a Corum watch costs between $4,000 and $5,000. Some are as much as $45,000.