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A very rare and very fne yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with champagne “Paul Newman” dial
勞力士， 「Cosmograph Daytona Golden Pagoda」型號6239，十分精細 罕有，18K黃金計時腕錶，備「Paul Newman」香檳金色錶盤，約1969年製 Manufacturer Year
Rolex Circa 1969
Reference No. Case No. Model Name Material Calibre Bracelet/Strap Clasp/Buckle Dimensions
6239, repeated inside caseback 1’938’047 Cosmograph Daytona “Golden Pagoda” 18K yellow gold Manual, cal. 722, 17 jewels Leather Gold plated Rolex pin buckle 36.5mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Estimate
HKD 2,400,000-4,700,000 USD 308,000-603,000
Hailing from the 1960s, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 6239 was a breakthrough for the acclaimed Swiss powerhouse, as it was the beginning to something great. Initially launched in stainless steel, yellow gold examples were introduced a few years later in the late 1960s ofering to the market a luxurious version of the now famed ref. 6239. Though majority of the production of the ref. 6239 were in stainless steel with an estimated production of 14,000 examples, it is estimated that only 300 examples were encased in yellow gold, making this present example very rare. Encased in a 36.5mm diameter 18K yellow gold Oyster case, the ref. 6239 yellow gold is certainly a rare timepiece, however another distinctive feature takes the rarity even further. The peculiar dial was made by Rolex commissioned dial maker Singer earning its nickname the “Paul Newman” dial. With a distinctive art deco style design, the typography of the dial difers from regular Rolex dials, giving the timepiece a refreshed appeal and refned characteristic. The present example is a true revelation, as it combines all the rare elements. Encased in yellow gold, the serial number in between the lugs indicate a 1.9 million serial from circa 1969. Furthermore, it is ftted with a rare and attractive champagne “Paul Newman” dial that has aged naturally to harmoniously match the hue of the case. Ofered in excellent overall condition with a clean and attractive dial, the black registers with gold graphics respective to refs. 6239 and 6241 is absolutely well-preserved. The case is presented with 2 hallmarks stamped behind the lugs, which is also a nice feature to witness. Extremely handsome with timeless aesthetics, this present example is perhaps the perfect anecdote to sport on the weekend.