The Detonator Price: $150,000 Designer by: Daniel Simon, Inspired by the Hollywood blockbuster, Tron Legacy, renowned designer Daniel Simon of Cosmic Motor stunned the auto world with the unveiling of a fabulous new luxury electric bike called, The Detonator. Hailed as the most expensive electric bike, The Detonator carries price tag of $150,000 and sports a uniquely futuristic design, coupled with state of the art technology. This most expensive electric motorcycle is powered by a cutting edge compact engine comprised of lithium-ion batteries and the bike measures 11.5 feet in length. Developed to provide the riders with a comfortable yet eco-friendly biking experience, The Detonator can achieve a recharge that is worth 80 to 100 miles in just one, via a conventional 110V socket. Furthermore, the top speed on this luxury electric bike is said to be 120 mph, while the motorbike comes with a 30 inch front wheel and a 20 inch rear wheel.
Dolce & Gabanna DG2027B – $383,609
Completely blowing those pricey frames out of the water, Dolce and Gabanna recently released a pair of sunglasses whose price easily overshadowed that of Lipow’s $3,800 shades. The brown-tinted shades are framed in gold and appear to have the brand’s logo written on the arms—in diamonds.
The ‘Jewel Sunglasses’ by Chopard, the Swiss Luxury House has broken all records by coming out with the most fashionable and most expensive glasses in the world that are priced at $408,000! With these shades, you are sure to get your worth of luxury with these bejeweled sunglasses that are encrusted with brilliant cut diamonds and are laced in 60 grams of 24 carat gold. In fact, the unique placing of the diamonds is such that it gives them a carpet-like appearance which increases their illumination manifold. The diamonds are set on the frames and the C-logo of Chopard is placed ear the temples and is made out of coloured glass powder.
These glasses are making a huge fashion statement as being trendsetters after being placed in the shopping hub of the world- Dubai! The fashionistas are certainly drooling over this haute accessory by Chopard’s De Rigo Vision, the leading producer of designer and high-end luxury glasses in the world, which is placed at the Paris Gallery in Dubai. These expensive shades were debuted last year in March in Milan and from May 2012, they have been placed in Dubai’s Dubai Resort and One and Only Royal Mirage and from there it has reached the Paris Gallery’s boutique stores at the Dubai Mall and the Mall of Emirates and are most certainly wooing international shoppers. Dubai is a sunny city and these unique shades would not only keep your eyes away from the harsh desert sun but would also give you the chance to flaunt your wealth!
“There are no limits to the world of haute couture, and when it comes to getting the ‘star’ appeal, a pair of cool sunglasses is all you need. Swiss luxury House Chopard brings you the most expensive sunglasses in the world, priced at $408496 (1.5 million AED). Created by De Rigo Vision, these glares have 51 fully cut River diamonds, with their weight coming to 4 carats. 60 grams of gold of 24 carats have been used to create this awe-inspiring piece.
The diamonds are set using a special technique. The stones represent a carpeted pattern, which makes each diamond dazzle with a heavenly luster. What comes out in the process is not just a pavement of diamonds, but several of them bunched up in an innovative design. The brand’s famous C logo is seen on the arm of the glasses. However, it is no surprise that the latest model is not for those on a budget.
Chopard has a huge fan following among the celebrities. In fact, Elton John is associated with their splendid watches as a designer. There’s a whole fleet of stars including Kate Beckinsale, Gwyneth Paltrow and Tom Jones queuing up for their glasses.
Chopard has been around since the middle of the 19th century and they are also known for their jewelries, perfumes, and even eyewear. Sometime during the turn of the millennium, somebody bought this 201-carat watch in an auction for a whopping $25 million. Ridiculous, you might exclaim? But then again, this is actually more of a collection of expensive jewelry than a timepiece. It features 3 heart-shaped diamonds, 289 pear-shaped diamonds, 139 round diamonds and 443 yellow diamonds. Those are 874 diamonds all in all, and they come in various shapes, colors, weight and sizes. You just have to trust Chopard that there is indeed a watch somewhere there hidden beneath the gems. It has a unique design and apparatus that allows the face of the watch to open up like petals of a flower. 2.$11 million Patek Philippe Henry Graves Super Complication Pocket Watch
During the roaring 20s, two rich American friends with a lot of spare money in their hands decided to have a competition for ownership of the most complicated watch in the world. James Packard, an automobile manufacturer, initiated the battle in 1927. Henry Graves, a banker by profession, did not want to be outdone. He commissioned Patek Philippe to manufacture a one of a kind timepiece, paying an amount nearly five times as that allotted by Packard. The result is the Super Complication, which at that time featured the most advanced horological technique. It was made of 18-karat solid gold, with a chronological function for each hour, a chiming repeater for the minutes, and a chart of the skyline of New York City. It is one classy and expensive watch. An anonymous bidder got the watch in a 1999 auction, and the piece is now displayed in the watchmaker’s museum in Geneva in Switzerland. 3.$5 million Patek Philippe Reference 1527 Wristwatch
Originallly thought to be an uncomplicated watch, this watch belonged to the Stern family themselves, the owners of Patek Philippe. It has a rounded appearance and its curve contours nicely around the wrist. Made of 18 karat gold, it has 23 jewels, a perpetual calendar, silver dial, and gold Arabic numerals. 4.$4,682,165 Breguet & Fils, Paris, No. 2667 Precision Watch
This watch is extremely rare. Made of 18k gold and featuring two movements, the watch was originally sold in 1814 to a Mr. Garcias of London for 5,000 francs. It is now worth nearly $4.7 million.
5. $4,599,487 Louis Moinet Meteoris Watch
When Moinet asked Luc Labenne to get pieces from a meteorite, asteroid and the moon, little did they know that they would be creating a watch now worth more than $4.5 million. This series came in a set of four tourbillion watches. 6.$4,026,524 Patek Philippe 1939 Platinum World Time Watch
Perhaps the only one created, the 1939 Platinum World Time watch sold for $4 million in a 2002 auction 7.$3,637,408 Patek Philippe 1928 Single-Button Chronograph Watch
This is a 34mm cushion-shaped, single-button chronograph made of 18k white gold. It features Breguet numerals and sold for $3.6 million in a 2011 auction. 8.$3.3 million Piaget Emperador Temple Watch
This is a one of a kind watch that has diamonds and gems encrusted all over it. The design is similar to a pyramid and it opens up twice, thus allowing hundreds of diamonds to fit into the watch. It first opens up over a mother-of-pearl and diamond face. It opens up a second time to a larger face with a tourbillion and power indicator. 9.$2,899,373 Patek Philippe 1953 Model 2523 Heures Universelles Watch
Sold at an auction in 2006, this watch is made of 18k yellow gold. It features a polychrome and enamel dial that resembles the North American continent. 10.$2,755,000 Cartier Secret Watch with Phoenix Décor
The watch itself is already made out of 18-carat white gold plated with rhodium. It also features a 3.53-carat portrait-cut diamond. To top it off, it is covered with 3,010 brilliant-cut diamonds.
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Aintings aren't precisely the most reasonable things to buy. For painting enthusiasts and collectors, these items of art square measure thought of as associate degree investment. those that square measure created by people that have left a major mark within the world of visual arts are often terribly dearly-won and therefore the worth may also appraise over the years. There square measure uncounted paintings that square measure scattered everywhere the globe however here square measure a number of the foremost dearly-won ones.
1. Paul Cezane, The Card Player Price: $254 million
This creation by a French painter, Paul Cezanne, is still considered
as the most expensive one that has ever been sold. This was dated in the
year 1892/93 and it showcases post-impressionist art. The main reason
why this painting sells for such a high price is because of the fine
details and color intensity that it has. This painting is actually the
last in Cezanne’s 5-painting series which depicts card players. This
selling price was recorded in 2011, when the Royal Family of Qatar
bought it from a private auction house.
2. Jackson Pollock, No. 5 Price: $140 million
Jackson Pollock is an American painter who became popular because
of his contributions in the field of abstract impressionism. This
painting is characterized by the thick brown and yellow paint which are
regarded as drips and drizzles. According to art experts, this is an
abstract representation of a nest. In 2006, the last sale of this painting was rumored to have been
closed by David Martinez, though this is constantly denied by his
lawyers. This painting which was done in 8’x4’ fiberboard was initially
displayed at Museum of Modern Art and owned by Samuel Irving Newhouse,
Jr. Eventually he sold it to David Geffen which precedes the alleged
purchase of Martinez.
3. Willem De Kooning, Woman III Price: $137.5 million
This 1953 painting by Willem De Kooning lands at the third spot with
its staggering price tag of $137.5 million. This painting is actually a
part of a series which involves six different paintings. It resonates
the abstract expressionist style of Kooning and measures 68×48.5 inches.
In 2000, the painting was sold by David Geffen to billionaire, Steven
A. Cohen.
4. Gustav Klimt, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer Price: $135 million
Gustav Klimt finished this painting in 1907. It was done on a
54×54 inch canvas using oil, silver and gold. The latest acquisition of
this painting was made by Ronald Lauder in 2006 and it was displayed in
his gallery, Neue Galerie in New York City. The painting was created
while Klimt was in Vienna. Ferdinand Bloch-Bauer, who is a sugar
industry magnate, commissioned Klimt to paint his wife, Adel
Bloch-Bauer.
5. Edvard Munch, The Scream Price: $120 million
This painting is the fourth version which was created by Edvard
Munich. It was done using oil, tempera and pastel. This was finished in
1895. So far, it is the most expensive painting that was ever sold
through an auction. The painting was sold at the Sotheby’s Impressionist
and Modern Art Auction in 2012 and was bought by Leon Black.
6. Pablo Picasso, Nude, Green Leaves and Bust Price: $106.5 million
This 1932 painting by Pablo Picasso is named as Nu au Plateau de
Sculpteur in French. The woman who inspired him to do this painting is
Marie-Therese Walter, who is known to be his mistress and muse. This was
also sold in an auction and now, it is a part of a private collection
in Tate Britain in London.
7. Pablo Picasso, Boy with a Pipe Price: $104.2 million
This painting was done by Pablo Picasso in 1905. This painting
was finished on canvas using oil and features a Parisian boy in blue
with a wreath of flowers on top of his head. The boy in the painting is
holding a pipe on his left hand. In May 2004, the auction which was done by Sotheby’s New York
made a big buzz in the art world when this painting was sold. It went
beyond the recorded auction price of Vincent Van Gogh’s painting in
1990. Aside from that, this was also the first painting which exceeded
$100 million.
8. Pablo Picasso, Dora Maar au Chat Price: $95.2 million
This was finished by Pablo Picasso in 1941. This is also a depiction
of a woman whom he had a relationship for about a decade, Dora Maar. In
1940s, this was placed in possession of Leigh and Mary block. They are
also art collectors who are based in Chicago. They sold the painting in
1963 and then it remained hidden for many years. The painting showed up
again in 2005-2006 when it was already with the Gidwitz family in
Chicago. Sotheby’s placed the painting for auction in 2006. The
undisclosed buyer is said to be a Russian bidder who also bought other
paintings along with this work by Picasso.
9. Vincent van Gogh, Portrait of Dr. Gachet Price: $82.5 million
Vincent van Gogh finished this painting in 1890 and it was done
on a 23.4×22.0 inch canvas using oil. The painting features Dr. Paul
Gachet. He is known to be the one who took care of van Gogh before he
passed away. This painting actually has two different versions, both of which
were authenticated to be real creations of van Gogh. Though both
paintings feature Dr. Gachet on the same position, the color scheme used
for each was very different. It is the first version which was sold for
$82.5 million.
10. Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Dance at the Moulin de la Galette Price: $78.1 million
This painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir was done in 1876 and it is
also known as Bal du Moulin de la Galette. In the field of
impressionistic art, this is acknowledged as one of the best. Up until
1894, this was part of the private collection of Gustave Caillebotte,
who is also a French painter. Sotheby in New York was the last to
mediate the auction for this painting and though the buyer remained
undisclosed, there are unconfirmed reports that it was bought by a Swiss
collector.
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1. Bugatti Veyron Super Sports $2,400,000. This is by far the most expensive street legal car available on the market today (the base Veyron costs $1,700,000). It is the fastest accelerating car reaching 0-60 in 2.5 seconds. It is also the fastest street legal car when tested again on July 10, 2010 with the 2010 Super Sport Version reaching a top speed of 267 mph. When competing against the Bugatti Veyron, you better be prepared!
2. Pagani Zonda Clinque Roadster $1,850,000. One of the most exotic cars out there is one of the most expensive. It can go from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 217 mph.
We have a tie for 3rd place:
3. Lamborghini Reventon $1,600,000. The most powerful and the most expensive Lamborghini ever built is the third on the list. It takes 3.3 seconds to reach 60 mph and it has a top speed of 211 mph. Its rarity (limited to 20) and slick design are the reasons why it is so expensive and costly to own.
3. Koenigsegg Agera R $1,600,000. The Agera R can burn 0-60 in 2.8 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of 260 mph. It has the parts to reach 270 mph, but the supercar is electronically capped at 235 mph. With the completion of certain paperwork, the company will unlock the speed limit for one occasion.
4. McLaren F1 $970,000. In 1994, the McLaren F1 was the fastest and most expensive car. Even though it was built 15 years ago, it has an unbelievable top speed of 240 mph and reaching 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. Even today, the McLaren F1 is still top on the list and outperforms many other supercars.
5. Ferrari Enzo $670,000. The most popular supercar ever built. The Enzo has a top speed of 217 mph and reaching 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. Only 400 units were produced and it is currently being sold for over $1,000,000 at auctions.
6. Pagani Zonda C12 F $667,321. Produced by a small independent company in Italy, the Pagani Zonda C12 F is the 6th most expensive car in the world. It promises to delivery a top speed of 215 mph+ and it can reach 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.
7. SSC Ultimate Aero $654,400. Don't let the price tag fool you, the 7th most expensive car is actually the 3rd fastest street legal car in the world with a top speed of 257 mph+ and reaching 0-60 in 2.7 seconds. This baby cost less than half as much as the Bugatti Veyron, yet has enough power to compete against the most expensive car. It is estimated that only 25 of this exact model will ever be produced.
8. Ascari A10 $650,000. This badboy can reach a tested top speed of 215 mph, zooming 0-60 in 2.8 seconds. The British car company plans to assemple 50 of these supercars in their factory in Banbury, England.
9. Saleen S7 Twin Turbo $555,000. The first true American production certified supercar, this cowboy is also rank 4th for the fastest car in the world. It has a top speed of 248 mph+ and it can reach 0-60 in 3.2 seconds. If you are a true American patriot, you can be proud to show off this car.
10. Koenigsegg CCX $545,568. Swedish made, the Koenigsegg is fighting hard to become the fastest car in the world. Currently, it is the 5th fastest car in the world with a top speed of 245 mph+, the car manufacture Koenigsegg has just released the Koenigsegg Agera R to compete against the Bugatti Veyron. The company is a tough contender and will continue to try and produce the fastest car in the world. Good luck with that!
Completely blowing those pricey frames out of the water, Dolce and Gabanna recently released a pair of sunglasses whose price easily overshadowed that of Lipow’s $3,800 shades. The brown-tinted shades are framed in gold and appear to have the brand’s logo written on the arms—in diamonds.
