Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Monaco, Jul 13, 2024

LOT 145

ROLEX, REF. 6241, COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA PAUL NEWMAN, STAINLESS STEEL

EUR 200,000 - 400,000

CHF 192,000 - 382,000 / HKD 1,680,000 - 3,350,000 / USD 216,000 - 430,000

A fine and very rare stainless steel manual winding chronograph wristwatch with paul newman dial, epoxy bezel. case back engraved: berangère boli 13 septembre 1989


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2-08

Very good

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Cosmograph Daytona Paul Newman

Reference 6241

Year 1968

Case No. 1764710

Bracelet Rolex stainless steel Oyster riveted

Diameter 36

Caliber 722-1

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

Basile Boli, born in 1967 in Abidjan, is a former professional footballer who played as a defender, and a current TV sports presenter. He is famous for his goal in the 1993 Champions League final with Olympique de Marseille.
Off the pitch, Boli is a watch enthusiast and an important watch collector. His passion for watches reflects his commitment to excellence and precision, characteristics that have also defined his sporting career. Today, Basile Boli is a leading figure, admired both in the world of sport and among watch collectors.
The present Rolex Daytona Paul Newman has been in the collection of Basile Boli the famous international French Soccer and offer to his daughter.

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