Articles tagged with: Gold
Posted in Entertainment, Gold, Luxury on 24 April 2008

Ginza Tanaka has again made up to headlines once again declaring its fad for gold. In past 12 months, we came across various bling creations bathed in gold by Ginza viz. Santa Claus, Swimsuit and Calendar.
This time Ginza has experimented its hands on an elite Mickey Mouse figure and has offered a blingy creation to rich kids. Featured above is the Mickey Mouse sculpted in almost 1 kg of solid gold. Even the tail of this 12 centimeters tall pricey toy is made of solid gold. The Mickey is being designed to promote the Walt Disney movie, National Treasure-2 and would be given away as the top prize in a lucky draw for makes the purchase of a Movie’s DVD. Available not for sale, this Gold Mickey Mouse is valued at $ 31,000. For sure if Ginza tries its luck by putting this Gold Mickey Mouse under hammer, then surely it won’t fetch less than some $$$.
Also, it won’t be justified to restrict its image as a gold king as it has smartly dealt with diamonds as well by unveiling $1.8 mn New Year bag encrusted with 2,182 diamonds for filthy rich.
Via Xinhuanet
Posted in Designer, Gold, Worlds Most Expensive on 23 April 2008

The following news is a clear example of the initiative taken by production companies to prove that there has to be one world’s most expensive tag is every category. Whilst I covered 80 such world’s most expensive things beginning this year, the list demands a frequent updating. It may seem strange but truly the creation of a 22 carat pure gold bed linen is a blown up extravagance. Those having a spare amount to burn can feel this luxury. Designed by the house of Charlotte Thomas, this unique and pricey collection is targeted at richer pockets.

Delivering the extreme in night-time luxury and classiness, it is completely handmade with 22-carat gold sewn into the premium merino fabric. Every single piece is supported with a refined Indian silk jacquard and harmonized by Egyptian cotton sheets counting 1000 threads. A need for an elegant and graceful pillow can be fulfilled by spilling over £1,200 ($2400). This very well proves that one needs much more than a roof and pillow to have a sound sleep.
Via Lussorian
Posted in Computer, Crystals, Gadgets, Gold, Luxury, Shopping on 23 April 2008

Months back, we talked about crystal encrusted Mackbook air and today I have another pricey possession to feed all you filthy rich geeks. Coated with 24 karat gold, this MacBook Air comes decked up with a classy rainbow Apple. The team at Computerchoppers is all set to tempt their elite clientele by offering gleaming gold and colored sapphire. At first look, it may kill your eyes but within minutes you will fall for it. Even after the coating of 24-karat gold, it weighs almost the same expect a change in few ounces. Priced at $5000, it features standard 1.6ghz/2gb/80GB with a refined peripheral, and flat/crystallite inside. It demands additional $3000 for the rainbow, which is 14-karat gold with 3.8ctw sapphires.
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Posted in Antique, Auctions, News on 12 April 2008

Folks, am back with an exciting piece of news for you. Whilst days back I told you about the prestigious private dagger owned by Shah Jahan, all set to go under hammer. And today the auctioned finally happened and the bid process finally ended with the highest bid of 1.7 million pounds made by an anonymous buyer.
Posted in Designer, Diamond, Gold, Luxury, Precious Stone, Shopping on 11 April 2008

When Bernard Maquin designed elite diamond soccer ball, folks at Goldstriker could feel a bit of unrest. And why not as Goldstriker is known to rule the minds of filthy rich with its creations bathed in diamond, gold, crystals, Swarovski and other precious stones and no one dare challenge it. Latest creating making up to headlines is “The Diamond Golf Ball,†which is a rare valuable master work of fine art jewelry.
This absolutely handmade creation depicts the detailed craftsmanship invested over it. It is a clear reflection of harmonic fusion of aesthetics and functionalism, splendor and serviceability. Designed using 70 grams of 18K white gold set with 11 carats of natural white and natural color superior black diamonds, the ball would surely make players quit their profession and embrace this as their passion.
Those who adore diamonds but doesn’t want to be on field and want to enjoy the blingy flavor while sitting at home can target diamond edition backgammon (£500,000) or diamond edition chess ($100,000).
Posted in Designer, Diamond, Entertainment, Gadgets, Gold, Shopping on 11 April 2008

Gaming enthusiasts can now follow a bling route and give vent to their luxe desires. All thanks to Goldstriker for this lately unveiled limited edition diamond version of Backgammon. Encrusted with counted 61,000 black, white and yellow diamonds on either side of the game, this would surely bring a new turn to definition of gaming. I am sure even uninterested folks would like to try their luck here. You would be surprised to know that mere checkers are bejeweled with 2960 diamonds. It consumes almost 6.77 kg of gold and 150 gm of silver and is priced at £500,000. Well, this is nothing extraordinary on behalf of Goldstriker as they have been leading the bling industry from the forte. Check out their previous collection that supports my argument i.e. Diamond edition chess, most expensive gold alloy wheels, Nespresso Crystal Coffee Machine, World’s first platinum Apple iPod Nano and not to skip 24ct goldbang Olufsen Beocom 4 phone.
Posted in Designer, Diamond, Entertainment, Gold, Shopping on 10 April 2008

Now all soccer ball players have every right to follow a bling route by doing away with the usual leather ball that is always seen being kicked around a field by a group of players. The diamond soccer-balls designed using gold and set of natural diamonds is a commemoration of liveliness and splendor. For sure to enjoy this blingy accessory, soccer players have to compromise at their spirit of kicking high. Thanks to Bernard Maquin, an eminent designer for offering such pricey fetish as a part of the Charles Hollander Collection. It can be seen as a symbol of prestige rather than expressing your playing spirit. Or you can feel free to gift it to a die hard soccer fan or your beloved who is a big time soccer aficionado. The diamond ball varies in size and color and is available in a contrast of black-white diamonds or blue-white diamonds with a polish of solid 18K white gold. Measuring 1-1.75 inch, the weight of the diamond varies from 7-15 ct.
Via GemStoneKing
Posted in Diamond, Entertainment, Gold, Luxury on 7 April 2008

By now you all must be sure that Goldstriker cannot sit quietly for a long and hence keeps on engaging uber rich customers with its lavish bling creations. And right on our heels, we make the point to update you about what’s new at Goldstriker?
In past six months I introduced you to 24-karat gold bang Olufsen BeoCom 4 Phone, World’s first platinum appli iPod Nano, Nespresso crystal coffee machine and not to forget most expensive gold-alloy wheels. And today the celebrated brand is in a mood to update its profile by offering the Diamond Edition Chess fit for the classy players on planet.
In order to form black and white squares, Goldstriker made use of black and white diamonds. The set features pieces weighing 1,168 grams of 14k gold and 187 grams of silver plus an overwhelming 9,900 precious stones. The black and white diamonds weighing 186.98 carats justifies its demanding price of $100,000. I think this is a perfect must-practice activity to add charm to your ongoing party, giving you an opportunity to invite all your richy-rich acquaintances and flaunt your possessions.
Via DeluxeBlog / GoldStriker
Posted in Designer, Gadgets, Gold, News, Shopping on 4 April 2008

Even in your wildest thought, what can you think of gifting to a soccer superstar, an international model married to a Spice Girl? A mere iPod won’t do….but yes an iPod with a difference has done the needful. To respect David Beckham’s 100-cap in authorized matches, his squad has pooled in to get him an exclusive, 32 gigabyte iPod Touch with a gold plating and custom stamped. Priced at ₤600, this Beckham’s gold iPod has an attractive appeal and is far different from those sundry Swarovski-encrusted atrocities flavorless icons usually leap for. It bears the tag for the England national team up top followed by Beckham’s name at the bottom and his 100-cap accomplishment right below that. Beckham was gifted with this iPod by his teammates after playing a match against France last week, playing as an LA Galaxy midfielder.
Via Techpin
Posted in Automobile, Designer, Gold, Luxury, Worlds Most Expensive on 4 April 2008

For sure, “Compromise†doesn’t reside in the dictionary of uber rich. They want a tinge of bling in their every collection. Then be it jewelry, gadgets, home décor, bed or any other furniture accessory. Ooops, how can I miss their automobile storehouse that is bathed in bling pool? Following this outrageous desire, here we have a 24 carat, gold plated, 19 inch alloy wheel that can make you think twice to hit the car on road or install it as a party of mere attraction in your garage house. This products fits perfectly in that list of blingtastic possessions that filthy rich flaunts and ordinary men craves for.
And for sure, people would be ultra careful while driving as you may not want to scrap any of this pricey babies. A single alloy costs £2,995 (approx $6,000) and a set of four will set you back £11,980 (approx $23,960).
Via GoldStriker



