The present watch is a simply stunning example of a Rolex reference 6241 - one of the rarest references of all Cosmograph Daytona models. Reference 6241 was launched in 1966 and remained in production only until 1969. The present example in 14 karat yellow gold is highly desirable and rare as it was sold exclusively in the American market. It is estimated that only 400 were made during these three short years of production.

So exceptional is this watch, it was bestowed the name “The Copper Tone”, and is featured prominently in Pucci Papaleo’s “Ultimate Rolex Daytona” tome. Fitted with a gorgeous champagne-colored dial, when illuminated, it exhibits copper hues that perfectly match the warm, golden color of its 14 karat gold case. The subsidiary dials are "tropical", having aged beautifully and now displaying subtle hints of dark chocolate brown.

Further enhancing its rarity is the pure white printed graphics used within the subsidiary dials, rather than gilt printing. The “T-SWISS-T” designation at the lower edge of the dial by 6 o’clock indicates the use of tritium for the hands and luminous hour markers. The present example bearing the serial number 1'533'966 dates to 1966, which is absolutely correct for the reference.

The watch retains clear and crisp hallmarks on the underside of the lugs, which is a treat to see nearly 45 years later. A noteworthy element to mention is the ‘ROW’ stamp found on the Valjoux 722 movement, which is an import code indicating the watch was indeed imported to the American market.

This sporty, yet elegant watch is in excellent overall condition making this example an ultimate trophy for discerning Daytona collectors.