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From Guitars to Microphones: The World’s Most Expensive Diamond-Encrusted Products, Part 5

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From Guitars to Microphones: The World’s Most Expensive Diamond-

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The views expressed here are solely those of the author in his private capacity. None of the information made available here shall constitute in any manner an offer or invitation or promotion to buy or to sell diamonds. No one should act upon any opinion or information in this website (including with respect to diamonds values) without consulting a professional qualified adviser.

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In our most recent series of publications, we have seen how creative designers have used diamonds, gold, and other precious gemstones to add both beauty and value to many ‘regular’ household items. Diamonds are both an object of splendor and one of the ultimate physical stores of value. Adding natural diamonds to anything is not only a great way to enhance its appearance, but also a way to convert it into an appreciating asset.

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So far we have looked at 40 different everyday items that have been made unique through the application of diamonds. Let’s take a look at another ten items. 

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Diamond Guitar

Perhaps the most surprising company to set up a booth at the 2015 Baselworld watch and jewelry show was Gibson, arguably the most famous guitar maker in the world. They were there to unveil the $2 million ‘Eden of Coronet’ guitar, made as a joint venture between Gibson, jewelry designer Aaron Shum, and musician and designer Mark Lui. The guitar is a Gibson SA, studded with over 400 carats of diamonds, and made from 1.6 kilograms of gold. Henry Juszkiewicz, chairman and CEO of Gibson Brands, stated in a release: “the masterpiece is a joint effort of three distinct brands. The creativity comes from the process of blending ideas and cultures from different industries, which further solidifies Gibson beyond just a guitar brand. ‘Eden of Coronet’ is definitely an important milestone for what we target to achieve.”

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Diamond Hourglass

If you have the budget, the De Beers limited-edition diamond hourglass has been known to appear for sale at auction houses and galleries around the world, although most who are fortunate enough to own one keep them close to their chests. Created in 2000 a part of De Beers’ massive millennium diamond celebration, the hourglass is filled with 2,000 diamonds, totaling 36 carats, which are suspended in a silicone fluid. This allows the stones to cascade slowly to the bottom of the champagne flute-shaped hourglass. Prices range from $25,000 to $35,000. The hourglass is packaged in a unit known simply as ‘the box’ that has different shades of lighting, including fluorescent black light for a glowing effect.

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The views expressed here are solely those of the author in his private capacity. None of the information made available here shall constitute in any manner an offer or invitation or promotion to buy or to sell diamonds. No one should act upon any opinion or information in this website (including with respect to diamonds values) without consulting a professional qualified adviser.

A full version of the article can be found here:http://www.ehudlaniado.com/home/index.php/news/entry/from-guitars-to-microphones-the-world-s-most-expensive-diamond-encrusted-products-part-5

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From Guitars to Microphones: The World’s Most Expensive Diamond-Encrusted Products, Part 5