In the auction market, there are two high end watch brands on the "altar", one is Patek Philippe and the other is Rolex. We all know that vintage Rolex watches have great potential. I believe many Rolex fans still remember, Paul Newman's own Dayton sold for a whopping $120 million.


A modern Rolex Platinum Daytona, model 16516, with a lapis lazuli dial. On July 11, 2020, at Sotheby's Hong Kong Precious Watch Auction, this Rolex Daytona watch was estimated at HK$4,000,000-8,000,000, and eventually sold for HK$25,375,000 (including commission). More than three times the price, setting the record for the most expensive modern Rolex watch.

 

Not only does this platinum Rolex Daytona replica have great historical value, it is most likely an only one. The watch was produced in 1999, when Rolex was still using Zenith's El Primero automatic chronograph movement, and just a year later, in 2000, Rolex started using its own automatic chronograph movement, so it has great historical value.


Secondly, it's worth it - the case and the dial. the case is made of platinum, which is very rare for a Rolex Daytona; With the klein blue dial, lapis lazuli, compared to the MOP dial that can still be seen today, the lapis lazuli dial is undoubtedly more Rarely and it appears mysterious and unique in charm! In addition, on the bottom of the case was engraved with the words "XII 1998". The watch is paired with a turquoise calfskin strap, which is very nice.