And when we had started to think that probably all his famous gloves have been sold, yet another one pops up from out of the blue and creates headline. No prizes for guessing that its legend Michael Jackson and his trademark fashion accessory that we are talking about here. Apparently, this shimmering white glove (yep, there is only one) was worn by MJ at the premiere of his trademark moonwalk dance way back in 1983. This little fame feat of its cost the highest bidder Hoffman Ma of Hong Kong some $420,000 bucks!

The glove is a modified golf glove studded with rhinestones all over. Jackson wore it on his left hand during the Motown’s 25th anniversary TV special. In fact, this one was the top item among the singer’s other stuff at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square.

Even after spending such a fortune, Ma is a happy man and finds the deal “a fairly good discount”. Well, such is the charisma of the great popstar who even in his death continues to have die-hards, who are willing to go to any length only to keep his memory alive. By the way, the auction also featured one of Jacko’s jackets from his 1989 ‘Bad’ tour that fetched $225,000.

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And we though all sorts of diamond watches had already been made. Well, almost! Brand Century has come up with a very unique way to do the unexpected. It has come up with a very graceful use of synthetic sapphire crystals that it is known for. Close to 341 diamonds along with nine of these large and clear sapphire crystals have been cast in 18 carat white gold to create the spectacular Century Grace Watch.

As far as the dial goes, it too bears the gentle kiss of the sapphire crystals. This has been cut and polished in hand to complement the 164 baguette cut diamonds on the case. There are dauphine watch hands to mirror the dial.

One look inside the mechanism, and you can easily spot the quartz movement which works quite well for the art deco angularity of the watch. The bracelet strap has been made in 18 carat white gold and sports eight more Century sapphire crystals. We do realise that Century is quite a big name in the Asian markets (Japan and India to be specific). It’s just a matter of time that it will become popular in the west too. Let’s wait and watch.

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The recession might have activated a slowdown in the designer watches market but it could not do anything to dampen the spirits of Christophe Golay. Well, this brand believes that there will always be buyers for ultra-luxury items whether financial hard times or not. In fact, it was with this optimism that it just launched a $350,000 worth super-end timepiece in the U.S markets.

This new range of real stylish and rather extravagant watches comes from Cephee (that’s the name of the product line) and display the finest of Swiss craftsmanship and technology. Among the first ones to be introduced under the new Cephee tag, the watch is called ‘Ether’.

This speciman reflects richness at its purest. 150 precision set baguette diamonds run along its frame while and invisible channel setting lets each stone to reflect all the light that it absorbs. Amidst all the sparkling white ices, the delicate blue-tinted sapphire hands make a very strong impression. As for the strap, it has been made in hand from a very soft and supple leather. Even the buckle is handmade. It’s a limited edition, so what are you waiting for?

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Swarovski’s latest innovation, is the Pointiage® technique, involves a method of hand-setting, enhances the crystal and illuminates its sparkle. Celebrity, Precious and Star rings by Swarovski are examples of this technique. Besides the anniversary collection, are old stones that you could find on several Swarovski necklaces, and other Swarovski products.

For a brand of crystals in accessories and practically everything around, the fan following is huge across the world. It is established, with even societies being formed in the name of Swarovski.

Swarovski Group is divided into a range of brands CRYSTALLIZED™, STRASS®, and Swarovski Optik deal in fashion accessories, crystal living objects such as chandeliers and high-definition optics.

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Timepieces have earned their place in the jewelry category over the last hundred years (or even more), especially with the womenfolk. Supported by that logic, the stunning new Vicomte Watch Pendant Necklace aspires to be a huge hit with the fashion conscious with a few extra bucks to spare. Coming from the house of Van Cleef & Arpels Les Jardins, this rather unique necklace is part of a 140 piece collection.

We are told that the jewelry designers  in the workshop were influenced by English, French and Asian gardens, the fountains of the Château Vaux-le-Vicomte included. The Vicomte Watch Pendant Necklace has a manual winding case that is lined with baguette diamonds that will impress you with their pure sparkles.

The exquisite pendant set in sapphire is well complemented with a fountain pattern made from pear-cut diamonds that stem out to give the illusion of sprays. The base holds a mother of pearl dial that looks like another bubbling fountain. You want our advice? Go for it!

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What’s more, it has inset diamonds and 18ct gold parts. It wears this sleek look but that is just part of it. A lot of hard work went into building the bike. Jeweller Nicholas James of Hatton Garden to customize the bike. Not so surprisingly, building the bike took several months of labour to complete.

Would someone ever want to take this bike out into the open and ride it among people? The dazed wife cannot too, for a while, because the magnificent piece will be on display at Nicholas James’ showroom in Hatton Garden till December end.

So it is not before the year turns that she can soar on roads riding the once-in-lifetime experience piece. The bicycle costed Foo-Kune’s husband £10,000.
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Perfume bottle necklaces have been a part of a fashion history for a along time now. Well, didn’t the fashionistas of yore carry their favorite fragrance wrapped around their necks most of the times. Yes, small intricately decorated flasks have been sported by main chains to let the pretty ladies take a dab of their perfume whenever and wherever they liked. This old tradition is not re-entering the market courtesy designer Chhaya Kapadia under the brand Maya Jewels.

We are told that Chhaya built her company based on three principles – intricate designs, use of forgotten traditions of art and skilled craftsmanship. Her creations are surrounded by bright colors and rather elaborate designs thanks to the strong impression her upbringing in Mumbai, India made on her.

Magazines like Town & Country, W magazine and Elle have celebrated Chhaya’s collections. On asking the designer on adding the perfume bottles to her collections, she very candidly admits that she wanted to highlight the ‘romantic’ side of life. These delicately carved perfume bottle necklaces are sold in the range between $1,500 and $15,000.

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The classic Chambord Royal orb bottle just got a jewel-encrusted makeover! Dubbed Chambord by Donald Edge, this liquor bottle is a beauty to behold. The well publicised unveiling was kept in conjunction with the opening of ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ featuring Anna Friel and Jospeh Cross at the Theatre Royal Haymarket London. Now, that’s what we call a grand and well-strategised advertising!

This very unique bottle contains a rare French black raspberry liquor. It took close to 60 carats of diamonds that translated into 1,100 round brilliantly cut, pear cut as well as a square cut emerald diamond along with precious pearls to decorate this stunner. All these have beenn set in 18 carat yellow gold.

An estimation translates the bottles price tag at nothing less than $2 million. Boy, now this will be one addition that all bar owners will desire but only a few will get, yep, those with some extravagant pocket money to spare!

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This chess set is fit for the blue blood. We are talking about the Queen’s Silver Jubilee chess set which was restored in 1977. If it helps to know the set also won the esteemed Design Council Awards. And currently the Silver Jubilee Chessmen are balanced to the US chess Federation playing weight. Bearing the London Hallmark, the seat has been made in two suede-lined leather book boxes with hand inlaid Dauphin leather trim. And typical to all Geoffrey Parker luxury games, this one too comes in a wide array of colors. We are told that there are two extra Queens for the serious player.

All pieces have been crafted in sterling silver gilt only to be gold plated later keeping a consistency of 5 microns. We are told that you can also get pieces completely made in 18 carat gold.

The Silver Jubilee Chess set has a retail price range between $53,735-$62,450. For those who seek everything in diamond, the Royal Diamond Chess Set might interest. There is also a very cool medieval theme inspired set too.

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If you are a fan of everything ‘bubblegummy’, diamonds included then you must check out the fancy one that is up for sale in Chritie’s Hong Kong store. This precious ice is called The Vivid Pink, which really explains, more or less, it’s sparkling  good looks. It has been set in a ring designed by graff and comes from a private collection.

Jewelry experts have estimated the value of this diamond between $5million and $7 million. The auction is expected to be held in the beginning of December. With a weight of a neat 5 carats, it is perhaps the largest Fancy Vivid Pink Potentially Flawless diamond to have ever been sold at Christie’s.

Again, this pink diamond is also treasured because it has not a single trace of any other color exceot for the deeply saturated shade of pink which is rarely seen in diamonds (if you refer it to the ‘Pink Panther’ as in the famous movie, trust us, the vivid pink will still win with its unique vibrance)! Apparently, only one in one hundred thousand diamonds have a color that is deep enough to qualify as ‘Fancy’. Before the December auction, the Fancy Vivid Pink diamond will for on a touring display in NY, Singapore, Bangkok, Geneva and Taipei from October onwards.

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