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02 May 2025
The Quirky Backstory Of The Coin Watches
You’ve heard of wristwatches.
But what about watches hiding in coins, medals… or even gold bars?
Coin watches are a brilliant horological twist on the idea of concealment.
But behind that crisp engraving and weighty presence lies a secret:
a miniature dial, often mechanical, tucked inside the coin like a hidden treasure.
And here’s the thing:
most of these watches weren’t even made to be worn on the wrist.
Timekeeping, yes—
but disguised as pure numismatic sculpture.
Some are pendants.
Some sit on chains. Others are standalone objects, meant to be slipped in a pocket or admired on a desk.
From the ultra-classic executions by @piaget, @vacheronconstantin and @rolex,
to the bolder and bar-shaped @corumwatches Ingots, these pieces turned precious metal into horological playgrounds.
They mimicked real currency with unbelievable accuracy—
down to the Latin inscriptions and relief details—and made time feel like a private affair, revealed only when you flip the coin open.
It’s not just about luxury.
It’s about storytelling.
These watches blur the lines between money, time, and secrecy.
They reflect a certain philosophy: that wealth doesn’t always have to shout—and that the most interesting watches might be the ones no one sees at first.
