Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jan 24, 2021
LOT 298
ROLEX, REF. 6240, DAYTONA, «OYSTER SOTTO» WITH TROPICAL BROWN SUBDIALS, STEEL
EUR 140,000 - 180,000
USD 170,000 - 220,000 / HKD 1,320,000 - 1,695,000
Sold: EUR 162,500
Very fine and extremely rare, collectible, stainless steel manual winding chronograph wristwatch.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-11-01 |
Very good Slightly worn HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Daytona
Reference 6240/6239
Year Circa 1967
Case No. 1659483
Bracelet Stainless steel Rolex “Oyster” riveted bracelet (7205/57), approx. overall length 180 mm
Caliber 722
Dimensions 37 mm
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
The reference 6240 is, by far, the rarest screw pushers, manual winding Daytona. It has been made in about 1700 pieces. This example, with a beautiful brown subdials, is an absolute rarity due to the “OYSTER SOTTO” dial. Only another one appeared years ago on a famous o!cial retailer website. It could be considered a masterpiece for every Rolex collector.