In 1965 came the first appearance of large-sized watches with the Buckingham model, which asserted itself through its oversized proportions that were extremely innovative at the time. In 1964, the Coin Watch without a back cover was created with an ultra-flat movement that is set in an authentic gold coin, a $20 Double Eagle Coin. This was one of the first ever water-resistant square watches. In 1960, the first interpretation of the Admiral’s Cup model with a square case was developed. In 1958, the Chinese Hat watch sparked public curiosity with its bezel evoking the famous pyramid-shaped head covering worn by the people of China. This creation is the basis for the famous Golden Bridge model (1980), the first baguette movement. In 1957, launch of the Golden Tube model, a tube of gold in which the movement is inserted. He created the models which became Corum’s trademark, in particular the Admiral’s Cup model. In 1966 Jean-René Bannwart, the son of the founding father, joined the watchmaking company.

It was even recognized by its peers as one of the most creative in the industry. In 1956 the first CORUM watches appeared on the market and the brand launched a veritable cascade of new ideas with great success. It also alludes to the inventiveness, tenacity and bold spirit required in order to attain the total mastery of time. The emblem, a key pointing skywards, is a symbol of the mystery to be fathomed, the enigma to be resolved, of new territories to be explored, and of innovation. Right from the time of its creation in 1955 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, CORUM displayed a determination to position itself at the forefront of the Swiss watch industry.

Particularly fascinated by the word “quorum” which means the minimum number of persons present and necessary to hold discussions and make valid decisions, however René Bannwart simplified the spelling to CORUM. With his strong entrepreneurial spirit and watchmaking experience acquired from the most prestigious watch manufacturers, René Bannwart founded his own brand and created CORUM in 1955 with his uncle Gaston Ries.

Founded on four pillars ( The Admiral’s Cup – The Romvlvs – The Golden Bridge – The Artisans), the collection includes models equipped with mechanical movements whose prices range from 5’000 US$ to 1 million US$ integrating precious metals and technical complexity. Since 2005, the brand has grown at a rapid pace. As an exclusive brand, CORUM offers ranges of exceptional quality watches that are innovative, with a distinctive design and dedicated complications. CORUM is a Swiss luxury watch brand established in 1955 by René Bannwart.

Corum double eagle gold coin watch