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Argentine footballer Lionel Messi is an avid watch enthusiast -- with Patek Philippe, Rolex and Jacob and Co. pieces making up a significant chunk of this collection. (Source: Instagram/@leomessi)
Recently, the athlete added a new piece to his collection -- the ultra rare Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Barbie watch -- one of the only 10 available worldwide. He was spotted wearing the elusive watch during Inter Miami’s match with FC Cincinnati. (Source: Instagram/@luxurymm)
This exclusive timepiece, inspired by the 2023 “Barbie” movie craze, is crafted with a luxury bezel adorned with baguette-cut pink sapphires, matched with the hour markers. Resembling the iconic Daytona “Beach” pink iteration of the timepiece, this edition adds the “Barbie” twist. (Source: Instagram/@luxurymm)
The Daytona has always stood apart. Launched in 1963 for the world of motor racing, it became Rolex’s most legendary chronograph, and Messi owns a vast collection of these timepieces. (Source: Instagram/@leomessi)
These are Rolex’s most extravagant pieces, not found in their catalogue and offered only to the brand’s most valued clients through discreet channels. The Daytona Barbie holds a market value of 800,000 dollars, which is roughly 6.94 crore rupees. (Source: Instagram/@luxurymm)
