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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 25, 1993

LOT 293

Universal Chronographe "Compax 1950", No. 1, first model of a limited series of 50 pieces only, unique example with enameled green dial, made in April 1993. Very interesting and fine, 18ct gold gentleman's wristwatch with round button chronograph and registers, with an additionnai mat silver dial and fitted wooden box, and certificate.

CHF 7,000 - 9,000

Sold: CHF 14,950

C. massive, polished, satined, screwed transparent back and crown, waterproof. D. in translucent green enamel with applied gold indexes + auxiliary dials for the seconds, the 12 hours and 30 minutes registers. " Dauphine" gold hands. M.13"' rhodiumed, "fausses côtes" decoration, 17 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions, Incabloc system, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. In mint condition. Diam. 35 mm.


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The design of this watch recalls the famous chronograph series by Universal know variously as the " Compax", "Bi-Compax", and "Tri-Compax", according to their complication, which met with great success in the 1950's. The management of Universal has decided to offer the No. 1 of this limited series for sale by auction to allow all collectors and individuals an equal opportunity to become the owner.