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File No. 033-79166, 811-8522
Filed under Rule 497(e)
The Equi-Select Series Trust
Prospectus Supplement
August 18, 1998
to the
Prospectus dated May 1, 1998 for
for the Equi-Select Series Trust
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| The substitution of shares of each portfolio of the Equi-Select Series |
| Trust with shares of similar portfolios of The GCG Trust as described |
| in your current Prospectus was effected as of close of business on |
| August 14, 1998. Potential investors should look at The GCG Trust |
| Prospectus for additional investment options. |
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This supplement should be retained with your Prospectus for the Equi-
Select Series Trust.
5569-CON 8/18/98
