Rolex
REF. 6239
Last Spotted
Daily wear from 1968 to 1984, seen in numerous photographs including one iconic shot where he is casually leaning against a car. He gave it to his daughter's boyfriend, James Cox, in 1984.
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This is THE 'Paul Newman Daytona.' Gifted by his wife Joanne Woodward with the inscription 'DRIVE CAREFULLY ME,' he wore it daily for over a decade. Its unique 'exotic dial' became synonymous with Newman, making it one of the most iconic and valuable watches in history, setting a world record at auction.
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1 sighting
October 26, 2017
The legendary original 'Paul Newman' Rolex Daytona, Reference 6239, was auctioned by Phillips for a record-breaking $17.75 million. This watch, a gift from his wife Joanne, was worn by Newman for years and became the iconic namesake for all 'exotic dial' Daytonas. Its sale drew global attention from collectors and enthusiasts.
via Phillips Watches