If you are an enthusiast of vintage watches, you can choose the brand Corum which is well-recognized by its classic timepieces of retro styles. Among the wide rang of classic iconic Corum watches, the Golden Tube and the Chinese Hat are those be frequently recalled by Corum timepieces lovers. Since they are vintage and well-received by modern fashion people, Corum has decided to reissue these vintage watches albeit in a limited edition series. Both of them will be limited to 30 pieces. Why do they have gained so many love and appreciation from both men and women? After you have a good understanding of these vintage treasures, you may have the answer.
Set with 342 gemstones in all, totaling 3.58 carats, the Golden Tube is rather sparkling among the classy watches collections. Made in 1957, the Golden Tube had become a style icon of the 1950’s and a true symbol of the golden era. Its simple geometrical design is in tune with the periods “Sack” dresses. Formed by a 31 mm-long, 14.5 mm-diameter tube, it is worn like a cuff-watch. Simple, classic and gorgeous, that is the main feature of such diamond piece. The case is decorated with a white mother-of-pearl cabochon and at the position of 12 o’clock, there is a fluted crown. The three diamonds at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock are quite eye-catching in the simple-designed case. This timepiece is equipped with the CO137 Quartz movement. It has the red and white gold versions which are matched with the alligator strap or a gem-set gold bracelet.
The Chinese Hat was made just a year after the Golden Tube. The name is inspirited by the design of the watch which can recall people the hat worn by peasants working in the rice fields of the Middle Kingdom. The 33 mm-diameter case is embellished with 142 full-cut diamonds, weighing 2.44 carats in totality. There are two different versions of this timepiece: the one with a white mother-of-pearl dial enhanced by three diamonds and the other one with a dial entirely paved with diamonds. Beneath the case, there is hidden with the miniature CO237 Quartz movement which is set to time by means of a corrector. The Chinese Hat timepiece will be available in red or white gold with a leather strap or gem-set gold bracelet.



