A $200,000 Hood Ornament for Rolls-Royce
Posted Apr 5th 2008 9:02AM by Rigel Gregg
Filed under: Jewelry, Wheels
Okay, this doesn't seem wise: putting an enormous diamond-encrusted hood ornament on the front of your Rolls-Royce. Aren't you just asking somebody to pop it off as they run by? Well, regardless, it certainly does look sparkly and it's really just a bit of promotional bling created by a jeweler for The New York International Auto Show. It's
a one-of-a-kind diamond version of the Rolls-Royce mascot designed by Manhattan jeweler Jean Kemanjian and is exclusive to Manhattan Motorcars. Called "The Spirit of Ecstasy," it measures 4"h x 2"w and consists of mostly diamonds and platinum, plus a few other rare metals. Valued at $200,000.
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4-05-2008 @ 9:47AM
Tim said...
Rigel,
The RR hood ornament retracts into the hood when the vehicle is in park. A person would have to try and snap it off while you were at a light or a sign.
Peace,
Tim
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