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Hong Kong, Nov 28, 2026

LOT 159

CORUM, REF. 55.568.56-610707, THOUSAND DOLLAR COIN WATCH, A SPECIAL EDITION MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE HANDOVER OF HONG KONG TO CHINA IN 1997, NO. 32,, 18K YELLOW GOLD

HKD 40,000 - 80,000

EUR 4,600 - 9,200 / CHF 4,200 - 8,400 / USD 5,100 - 10,200 / JPY 810,000 - 1,620,000

A very fine and rare, 18K yellow gold manual winding wristwatch, crafted from a Hong Kong 1997 Commemorative HK$1,000 Gold Coin. The hinged caseback opens to reveal the issue number and the inscription «1st July 1997. A special edition made to commemorate the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997


Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-8-01

Very good

Slightly scratched

HANDS Original

Brand Corum

Model THOUSAND DOLLAR COIN WATCH

Reference 55.568.56-610707

Year circa 1997

Case No. 32

Bracelet leather strap with 18K yellow gold Corum buckle

Caliber 61070 Frederic Piguet 21

Diameter 32.5mm.

Weight 50gr. (approx.)

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories Hang tag x2

Notes

Property of a Hong Kong Collector