The “Paul Newman” Daytona
The Paul Newman Daytona, the most costly Rolex ever, takes the first place of this list. Of course, Daytona "Paul Newman" dials take their name from a once-unfashionable exotic dial worn by the famous actor and racer. It's known with the nickname of "Panda" because of its off-white matte dial, which stands out against the black subsidiary dials and outer chapter ring. The current sample is brand new on the market and thus qualifies as a trophy watch for vintage watch collectors.
Because of the configuration and print of the inscription, collectors refer to the dial as a "Mark I.75." The luminous hour markers have aged to a lovely caramel color and are still in good condition. The lettering is in an art deco design, and the hash marks with little squares on the subsidiary dial are typical of "Paul Newman" dials. Screw-down pushers for better water resistance are another feature of the reference. A Rolex Daytona with a "Panda Paul Newman" face is a dream in the world of antique watches, where one is a must-have.
Price: 16.5 million Swiss francs ($17.7 million)
