Rolex
REF. 6263
Last Spotted
Worn frequently from the mid-1980s until his passing in 2008, seen in later-life photographs and interviews.
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Another gift from Joanne Woodward, inscribed 'DRIVE SLOWLY - JOANNE.' Newman received this after giving his original 6239 away and wore it extensively for the rest of his life. It showcases his continued preference for the Daytona chronograph and his wife's enduring concern for his safety while racing.
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1 sighting
December 12, 2020
Paul Newman's personal Rolex Daytona Ref. 6263, a gift from his wife Joanne Woodward, was sold at Phillips' 'RACING PULSE' auction for over $5.4 million, making it one of the most expensive watches ever sold. This timepiece was Newman's daily wearer for decades after he gave his original 'Paul Newman Daytona' away.
via Phillips Watches