General Motors has authorized a limited edition of silver medals and handsome quartz watches in the year celebrating the 50th birthday of the Corvette. The massive Corvette medal is 5 troy ounces of pure silver, measuring an impressive 2 ½ inches diameter. It is struck in Gem Proof quality, with blazing mirror-like surfaces. One side depicts both exterior and interior views of the classic original 1953 Corvette, while the reverse pictures the tire and distinctive shiny hubcap. The designs were created by award-winning sculptor Alex Shagin. Each commemorative medal is individually serial numbered on the edge.

The watch features the classic Corvette logo, with an Etta Swiss 22 jewel movement, solid stainless steel water-resistant case and deployment link band. It has a stopwatch capability, calendar and split second chronograph, and is available with either a red or white dial.

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Red Dial _

This pair of official Corvette commemoratives is available for a limited time at a preview price of only $395 from the exclusive agent PandaAmerica, 3460 Torrance Blvd., Suite 100, Torrance, CA 90503. Credit card orders can be placed by e-Mailing info@pandaamerica.com or calling (800) 472-6327. Add $15 per order for shipping and insurance. Please specify watch with red or white face.

Corvette history started on June 30th, 1953 when production on the first fiberglass Corvette roadster was completed. For the most part, all 300 of the 1953 Corvettes produced were hand built. The only engine choice was a Chevrolet "Blue Flame" six-cylinder 235/150 engine, and it only came in Polo White with a red interior. The original sticker price was $3,498.

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Prepared by Mel Wacks