Since news first broke in june that paul newman s very own paul newman daytona would be hitting the auction block this fall, its been the mosttalkedabout subject in watch circles across the world, and with good reason. Paul newman s paul newman the only exoticdialed daytona that mr. Oct 28, 2017 there might not have been a cooler customer in hollywood history than actor paul newman. And each of these models will be represented this week at antiquorums auction of vintage and modern timepieces. Paul newman wore it on his wrist, but it cost the winning bidder an arm and a leg. Oct 26, 2017 phillips auction 2017 live the paul newman. The iconic watch spurred on a 12minute bidding war during. Rolex paul newman daytona at auction fortuna auction. Phillips international team of watch specialists, 4 auction. Oct 27, 2017 the hope in the watch world is that because the paul newman watch attracts so many people from outside the art world, the auction will find bidders undeterred by what watches normally sell for.
Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to paul newman. This watch is lot 24 and it is estimated to sell for chf 500,000 1,000,000. The rolex paul newman daytona watchthe model the late actor personally worewas, since 1984, thought to be lost. Since 1981, paul newman has been providing auctioneer services throughout the yakima valley and surrounding communities including ellensburg, toppenish and beyond. Jun 01, 2017 despite the multitude of paul newman daytonas we have seen come to auction in recent years, most recently one hammered at phillips in 2016 for almost 2 million swiss francs as i outlined in steel.
Paul newmans rolex daytona sets record for most expensive. Oct 27, 2017 auction records were shattered at phillips in new york on thursday night when paul newmans 1968 rolex cosmograph daytona reference 6239, the model made famous by the iconic actor. Ever since news of the watchs consignment to phillips broke in the wall street journal on june 1, 2017, the watch world has been buzzing. Paul newmans paul newman the only exoticdialed daytona that mr. Oct 28, 2017 a rolex watch belonging to the late hollywood star paul newman has sold for a record price at auction in new york. Given to him by his wife joanne woodward and lovingly inscribed while the couple filmed and costarred in the 1969 movie winning, newman was photographed. Watch enthusiasts from around the world followed this historic. When an original rolex paul newman daytona is offered for sale, collectors take notice. Welcome to paul newman auctions, your source for professional and entertaining live auction services in the pacific northwest. The hope in the watch world is that because the paul newman watch attracts so many people from outside the art world, the auction will find bidders undeterred by. A portion of the proceeds will go to the nell newman foundation and newmans own foundation, in support of paul newmans philanthropic initiatives.
The most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction, a rolex daytona owned by legendary movie star and avid race car driver paul newman, just smashed records with a. Please note that online bidding is not available for this lot. Paul newman hank stamper 1967 cz 250 motorcycle from. A constant beloved companion of paul newman for years, the late hollywood star. Paul newman s rolex daytona watch sets a record for the highest priced wristwatch ever sold at auction.
Hollywood legend paul newmans watch auctioned for record. Paul newmans paul newman daytona the ultimate rolex daytona to be offered during phillips inaugural new york watch auction. The motorbike was given to the newman especially for the film. A rolex watch belonging to the late hollywood star paul newman has sold for a record price at auction in new york.
The rolex daytona timepiece shattered the previous mark for a wristwatch. Paul newmans original rolex daytona to be auctioned. Milestone watches of the 20th century auction, the rolex daytona pales in comparison to the 18karat gold. Winning icons legendary watches of the 20th century taking place on 26 october 2017. Paul newmans rolex daytona watch sets a record for the highest priced wristwatch ever sold at auction. A little over a week ago, at the phillips auction house. Paul newman gave this rolex away in 1984 it just sold for nearly.
Paul newmans rolex daytona sets world record at auction. This is the watch that in many ways kickstarted the vintage rolex madness were seeing today, nearly three decades ago. This specific rolex daytona 6263 paul newman with this amazing tropical coffee dial is a pure beauty. Regardless, in a video interview published by pucci papaleo on the 21st of november 2017, paolo gobbi asks aurel bacs, the very 17. That spirit lives on as his beloved daytona watch goes up for auction later this year. Paul newman still represents, for many, the ultimate in old hollywood glamour. Paul newmans daytona timepiece up for auction this fall.
But this is the paul newman daytona it even features an adorable drive carefully me engraving on the back from newmans wife its in great shape. The ultimate rolex daytona 6263 paul newman tropical coffee. Now, a personal item from the oscarwinning actor fetched a. The original paul newman daytona the rolex daytona cosmograph was purchased by his wife, joanne woodward, in the late 60s. Rolex an iconic, highly attractive, and historically important. The present watch is being offered by a michigan gentleman who bought it from the estate of the original owner some time in the 1980s. The day is finally here, were live from phillips inaugural new york city watch auction dubbed winning icons. Paul newmans rolex daytona sells for record price in auction.
Jun 01, 2017 the original paul newman daytona the rolex daytona cosmograph was purchased by his wife, joanne woodward, in the late 60s. The hope in the watch world is that because the paul newman watch attracts so many people from outside the art world, the auction will find bidders undeterred by what watches normally sell for. Nov 05, 2017 paul newman s recordbreaking watch serena altschul tells us all about a watch that was once newman s own. Tonight well have the results of the auction and well keep you updated with this unique lot.
The goal of the newman numismatic portal is to create the worlds most comprehensive online encyclopedia of american and colonial coinage, currency, realia, and related correspondence and published literature. Paul newman auctions central washington auctioneer. There might not have been a cooler customer in hollywood history than actor paul newman. After a round of furious bidding, newmans rolex daytona watch sold in. Just by watching our doc, winning, you can get a real sense of paul newmans sense of style and love of competition. Le verdict the verdict by sidneylumet with paul newman, 1982 photo 12 x 8 in other sizes. That year, the actor switched out his daily timepiece for another rolex daytona, and the original watch was never seen in public again. James cox a former boyfriend of newmans daughter, nell put the original 1968 paul newman daytona up for auction, cnn reported. Oct 26, 2017 paul newman s rolex daytona watch sets a record for the highest priced wristwatch ever sold at auction. Rolex paul newman daytona up for auction at dkk 1 million. An anonymous buyer bought the timepiece after 12 minutes of bidding at auction.
With deserted sale rooms across the world, you might think the watch auction business has hit a wall with. Le verdict the verdict by sidneylumet with paul newman, 1982 photo. Paul leonard newman january 26, 1925 september 26, 2008 was an american actor, film director, producer, race car driver, indycar owner, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. A new record for the most expensive wristwatch has been set by the rolex paul newman daytona. Paul newmans rolex just sold for a mindblowing sum at. Paul newmans rare rolex has auction watchers buzzing.
Winning icons legendary watches of the 20th century issuu. Download the today app for the latest coverage on the. The auction is comprised of exceptional watches, such as a very rare rolex 3525 that belonged to a member of the sas regiment, several daytonas including a 6262 paul newman with original guarantee, to name but a few. Phillips auction 2017 live the paul newman youtube. Though it was originally rejected by consumers for its exotic dial, it was eventually made famous by actor and race car driver paul newman go figure who wore his daily for years, up until. Paul newmans rare rolex has auction watchers buzzing the. The sale may result in the item being classified as the worlds most expensive rolex watch. Oct 27, 2017 paul newmans paul newman the only exoticdialed daytona that mr. Philip french on paul newman an actor of true genius, and a man of great decency. Five lots to watch at tonights historic paul newman auction. Now, a personal item from the oscarwinning actor fetched a record price at auction. Watch enthusiasts from around the world followed this historic moment. A little over a week ago, at the phillips auction house in new york city, a trove of 50.
May 18, 2020 the watch will be sold with a signed letter written by paul newmans daughter, nell newman, documenting its provenance and her support of its sale. Paul newmans own rolex paul newman will be auctioned. Rolex and audemars piguet star in first of sothebys weekly online. Paul newman hank stamper 1967 cz 250 motorcycle from sometimes a great notion. Most expensive wristwatch paul newmans rolex sold for. Paul newmans recordbreaking watch serena altschul tells us all about a watch that was once newmans own. Dec 11, 2012 what do paul newman, james bond, and jeanclaude killy have in common. In addition to being popculture icons, each is famously associated with a particular model of rolex watch. Paul newmans own paul newman rolex daytona to go up for auction. Le realisateur robert altman and paul newman sur le tournage du film buffalo bill and les indiens b. Auction records were shattered at phillips in new york on thursday night when paul newmans 1968 rolex cosmograph daytona reference 6239, the model made famous by the iconic actor.
The whereabouts of paul newmans famed rolex daytona. Of course, the highlight of the evening was paul newmans paul newman daytona ref. One of paul newman s most prized timepieces is going up for auction this. But the price is not justified by the love for watches anymore, nor by the rarity. This rare one is the paul newman daytona that actually owned by paul newman himself. James cox a former boyfriend of newman s daughter, nell put the original 1968 paul newman daytona up for auction, cnn reported. Most expensive rolex daytona ever sold at auction hypebeast. Rare james bond and paul newman rolexes up for auction at. Aug 31, 2017 paul newmans rare rolex has auction watchers buzzing. The watch was given to him by his wife joanne woodward as they filmed the 1969. At this summers international auction in copenhagen, bruun rasmussen offers a unique and iconic rolex daytona cosmograph from 196465. To download a printout of all lots and prices achieved, please click here. Newman to the consignor, forging an incredible history and provenance that we are delighted to share here. With a focus on quality, the sale will include important modern and vintage pieces.
Paul newmans rolex daytona just became the most expensive. Paul newmans legendary rolex watch shatters record at auction. Paul newman at the riverside raceway in 1981, wearing the rolex daytona that is up for auction. Given to him by his wife joanne woodward and lovingly inscribed while the couple filmed and costarred in the. He was the recipient of numerous awards, including an academy award, a bafta award.
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