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Geneva, Mar 16, 2008

LOT 435

Corum, No. 8768, the case and bracelet by Gay Frères. Made circa 1965. Very fine, possibly unique, elegant and very heavy 18K yellow gold lady's wristwatch with integral 18K yellow gold articulated and chased Gay Frères bracelet. To be sold without reserve

C. Two-body, oval, chased with a naturalistic pattern, integral bracelet decorated to match, back with two screw, signed Gay Frères and engraved "1929-1969", winding crown set with a cabochon sapphire. D. Gilt, patterned, radial Roman numerals. Black épée hands. M. 6''', rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to three positions, self-compensating flat balance spring, shock absorber. Dial signed Corum, case and bracelet signed Gay Freres. Diam. 15 mm. Approx. overall length 150 mm.