![]() This version bears the strongest resemblance to the original from 1964, but with the addition of an inner bezel in matching gold around the coin to increase the dial diameter to a more modern 43mm. This coin depicts a heraldic eagle with shield on the watch face and the head of the Statue of Liberty on the caseback. We’ll start by taking a look at the gold model, reference C082/03167, which features an American Liberty Head Double Eagle 20 dollar gold coin. Three new versions of the Corum Heritage Artisans Coin Watch have been released this year. The first Coin watch combined the brand’s styling with an ultra-thin movement fitted within a sliced-in-two American gold coin, creating a unique dress watch with both exclusivity and patriotic appeal.Īs a naturally patriotic symbol, Corum points out that several American presidents have worn Corum Heritage Artisans Coin Watches, including George Bush Sr, Ronald Reagan, Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, Richard Nixon, and Bill Clinton, as well as artists such as Andy Warhol. Their early success was defined by gold watches in the Art Nouveau style, such as the Chinese Hat and Admiral models. This year, a new trio of Corum Heritage Artisans Coin Watches have been announced, making use of American coins as well as a much rarer (for the brand) commemorative coin from Israel.Ĭorum were founded in 1955, making them relatively young by Swiss watchmaker standards. ![]() The model was a huge success for Corum, who have released numerous versions over the years including the 50th Anniversary Edition we covered previously. Or so the train of thought went back in 1964 for La Chaux-de-Fonds-based maison Corum, when they produced their first Coin watch based on the American $20 Double Eagle. Leveraging on the strengths, access, and network of Cortina Holdings, Sincere is focusing on strategic expansion, strengthening its position as the region’s premier luxury watch specialist.Since both coins and watches are often considered “collectibles,” it makes a certain amount of sense to combine the two and entice aficionados of both hobbies. Drawn by its extensive collection of brands and wide presence, Sincere was acquired by Cortina Holdings on 16th March 2021. Over the years, Sincere has amassed a portfolio of over 40 renowned brands. Today, the company operates more than 23 boutiques and a network of points-of-sale spanning 8 countries including Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand. Corum’s current pillars include five collections that embody its vision of 21st-century watchmaking: Admiral, Bubble, Golden Bridge, Heritage and Lab.Īs Singapore’s oldest and most established name in luxury watch retail, Sincere Fine Watches was founded in 1954. At once disruptive yet respectful of its watchmaking heritage, Corum maintains its status of a niche brand aimed at demanding collectors of unconventional timepieces. ![]() Behind the many technical achievements (baguette movement) and aesthetic achievements (Coin Watch, Feather, Bubble), Corum continues the tradition of high-quality watchmaking that is ahead of its time.Ĭorum, established in La Chaux-de-Fonds, is opening itself up to the contemporary, street art, and classical art worlds, and in doing so attracting the attention of various trendsetters. Corum uses an approach free of dogmas that enables a reconceptualization of movement construction, its casing, and the artistic crafts that brighten the dial. Founded in 1955, Corum represents creative and daring watchmaking. ![]()
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