A rare and prestigious Corum wristwatch featuring a genuine 10-gram 999.9 fine gold ingot as its dial. This extraordinary 1980s model exemplifies Corum’s creativity by incorporating an authentic gold bar stamped with the Union Bank of Switzerland (UBS) hallmark, endowing the watch with a unique character and high collectible value. The ingot dial prominently displays the UBS emblem and “10 G Fine Gold 999.9” inscription, underscoring the authenticity and purity of the noble material. This timepiece perfectly fuses watchmaking design with bullion artistry – it is at once a functional timekeeper and a tangible gold investment, making it a conversation piece for connoisseurs.
The case is crafted from 18K yellow gold in a sleek rectangular format (~21 x 34 mm), which frames the ingot dial elegantly while offering refined wrist presencecatalog.antiquorum.swiss. The solid 18K gold caseback is secured by screws and bears Swiss hallmarks, attesting to the watch’s heritage. A faceted diamond-set crown adds a discreet touch of luxury, reflecting Corum’s attention to detail. The dial is protected by a flat scratch-resistant sapphire crystalcatalog.antiquorum.swiss, and is free of numerals so that the lustrous gold bar takes center stage. The watch is accompanied by its original high-quality leather strap – likely exotic lizard or alligator – fitted with the original Corum buckle (gold-plated), completing the luxurious ensemble. Powering the watch is a Swiss manual-wind mechanical movement of high quality (18 jewels), which ensures reliable timekeeping and showcases traditional craftsmanshipcatalog.antiquorum.swisscatalog.antiquorum.swiss. The watch is in full working order and excellent condition, and it comes with the original Corum presentation box (no papers). Extremely scarce and sought-after, this Corum “Ingot” model offers a rare chance for collectors and enthusiasts to own a piece that combines Corum’s prestige with the intrinsic value of gold in a truly one-of-a-kind design.