The Most Expensive Things in the World
What are the most expensive things in the world? There are some items that don’t trade in the open market, such as an Apollo space shuttle, but we’ll focus on the most ludicrously expensive things on Earth. For example, an iPhone[1] 3GS Supreme Rose costs $2.5 million. And a Graff Pink Diamond costs $1 million. These are all extremely rare, so you may be surprised to learn just how much these items cost.
Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings
Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings[2] are some of the most expensive things in the world. This painting is the most expensive in the world. The sale of Salvator Mundi, which is currently the most expensive painting in the world, was canceled last month. Experts gathered around an easel in a studio on Trafalgar Square to examine[3] the work. The painting depicted a bearded man giving a blessing while seated behind a transparent sphere.
Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings are also among the most valuable things in the world. Recently, a painting[4] by the artist, titled Salvator Mundi, sold for $450.3 million at Christie’s auction. The price of the painting broke previous auction records and exceeded auction expectations. The painting is one of a kind, and is a unique and valuable piece of art.
One of the most famous paintings by Da Vinci, Salvator[5] Mundi, was sold for $450 million at Christie’s in New York. The painting is now kept in secret storage in Switzerland. It’s now the most expensive thing in the world. The art world is a very competitive market, so it’s no surprise that Leonardo’s paintings are some of the most expensive things in the world.
Some of the most valuable works of art are still priceless, however. Many Old Masters and modern trailblazers have their works stored[6] in public museums. The Mona Lisa, for example, is the most expensive painting in the world according to insurance, and is housed at the Louvre in Paris. It was assessed at $100 million in 1962 and will be worth about $870 million in 2021 after inflation. A few other works of art have also landed on the list of world’s most expensive paintings.
Hubble Space Telescope
The Hubble Space Telescope[7] is one of the most expensive things in the world. It is comprised of a 94.5-inch primary mirror and a secondary mirror weighing 12 inches and 27.4 pounds. The telescope has been successfully launched five times and has cost nearly billion to build. The telescope’s launch cost was determined[8] by NASA in 2006. Its launch dates ranged from 2007 to 2011 and it was under tremendous pressure to keep costs down.
The Hubble’s launch was delayed by a shuttle disaster in May 2003. The Columbia shuttle crashed and killed all seven astronauts. This resulted in a delay in the fifth servicing mission. The Hubble team had to reinstall[9] new instruments and revive the spacecraft’s failed systems. Despite these setbacks, the Hubble team continued to operate the space telescope for the next three decades.
The Hubble telescope is the most advanced telescope ever built. The James Webb Space Telescope, known as JWST, is currently under construction. Many are calling it the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope, which was launched in 1990. The Royal Observatory Greenwich and NASA have been comparing the two[10] telescopes. Recently, NASA released images taken with the new telescope. The images are in full colour.
Apple iPhone 3GS Supreme Rose
The new Apple iPhone 3GS Supreme Rose is among the world’s most expensive things. It is made of 22-carat gold and contains 136 diamonds around the device’s exterior. The home button is a 7.1-carat diamond.[11] The phone also comes with a 14-pound granite case, which is lined with leather. The phone was designed by UK-based fashion accessory designer Stuart Hughes.
The phone has a unique design. The phone box is made of platinum, while the top is topped with polished Tyrannosaurus Rex bone. Inside, the phone[12] has rare gemstones and other precious metals. It costs nearly $11 million, making it one of the most expensive things in the world. Although the price tag is intimidating, the phone is a wonderful piece of art.
In 2007, Stuart Hughes created an iPhone for a wealthy client. This iPhone 3GS Supreme Rose is among the most expensive things[13] in the world. The phone is made from rose gold, with a diamond coating over the Apple logo. It’s a limited-edition phone that will cost a fortune. However, its uniqueness makes it one of the world’s most expensive things.
Another iPhone, the Goldstriker iPhone 3GS Supreme, is among the most expensive things in the world. This iPhone weighs 271 grams and has 136 diamonds[14] on its front bezel. It is studded with a single-carat diamond on the home button. The phone is held in a specially crafted chest made of granite, Kashmir gold, and top-grain leather.
Graff Pink Diamond
The Graff Pink Diamond is among the most expensive objects in the world. This diamond was bought by Laurence Graff, a renowned diamond collector. He paid $46 million for the stone in 2010, and since[15] then, its prices have continued to rise. The diamond has surpassed auction records. As of today, the current market price for a pink diamond is around $XX,XXX.
Another example of an item with a price that exceeds $50 million is a ring made with a rare colorless diamond called the Graff Pink Diamond. This gemstone is unique and rare in the world. Laurence Graff paid $46 million for it at an auction. Another[16] example of a piece of art that cost more than $100 million is a 1963 Ferrari once owned by Paul Pappalardo, a famous racing driver.
The Graff Pink Diamond has a unique history. It once belonged to Harry Winston, but was eventually auctioned. It was estimated[17] to fetch $27 million to $38 million, but Laurence Graff bought it for $46 million. This makes it among the most expensive things in the world. This ring has a history that dates back more[18] than 100 years, and is among the most expensive things in the world.
Another item that is among the most expensive things in the world is an oil painting. Known as the Lesedi La Rona, it was first auctioned in London[19] on April 29, 1905. It failed to meet its reserve price of $20 million. It was eventually bought by the government of the Transvaal Colony for $53 million. Its significance is not just limited to diamonds, but also the fact that it was found in Botswana.
Huia bird feather
A Huia bird feather, which is considered the most precious in the world, sold for a whopping $6787 in New Zealand. Although rare and endangered, Huia feathers were traditionally used to adorn the heads of Maori chiefs. This is one of the reasons[20] why these feathers are considered to be so valuable. The feather itself was bought for about NZ$250,000, but the Wellington family declined to name the buyer.
Despite being extinct today, the Huia bird was revered by Maori people for thousands of years. The bird was a symbol of leadership, hierarchy, and leadership, and was a symbol of beauty and power. It was highly[21] prized in the past and remains a protected species. Moreover, the feathers of these birds were valued as adornments for hats and mounted specimens.
Despite the price, the Huia bird’s tail feather remains the most expensive thing in the world. It was sold in an auction for NZ$8,000 in June 2010. This record was previously held by an American bald eagle feather, which was sold for about $4,000 in a US auction. However, the high demand for these feathers has contributed[22] to the extinction of the Huia bird.
The Crystal Piano is a musical instrument entirely made of crystal. It is the most expensive instrument in the world. The cost of the instrument is around US$3.2 million. A pair of Escada Couture Swarovski Crystal Jeans starts at US$7,500 and there is no cap on customization. The most expensive pair of jeans costs US$10,000, which makes them one of the most expensive things in the world. The luxury[23] designer jeans also have a Guinness World Record for the most expensive pair of jeans ever sold.
Alberto Giacometti’s sculpture
A piece of Alberto Giacometti’s sculpture can fetch up to $5 million, but that price tag isn’t without controversy. For years, the artist’s legacy was tainted by forgeries, disputes between Swiss and French heirs, and a slew of other issues. Then in 2003, the Giacometti Foundation was formed, with the former director[24] of the Pompidou Centre, Catherine Grenier, taking up the mantle. The new institute’s efforts have brought peace to Giacometti’s legacy.
The price of a Giacometti sculpture is rising steadily. The first major exhibition of his work opened in the Tate Modern in London in September 2016, while the Swiss pavilion at the Venice Biennale will pay tribute to the artist. Both the Guggenheim[25] New York and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts are also planning exhibitions of his works. Moreover, Giacometti’s work is now on view at major art museums in New York, Paris, and Basel.
The price of a Giacometti sculpture is increasing steadily over the last decades. Most sculptures are sold at around $50 million, and their prices have not reached $100 million yet. However, some pieces have reached up to $153 million. So, you might want to consider purchasing a Giacometti sculpture if you have the money. And if you are thinking of buying a piece of art, it’s a good idea[26] to start small and save up for the bigger purchases.
