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The World's Most Expensive Lighter for $79,000

Filed under: Writing Instruments, Men's Style

The venerable Parisian luxury goods firm of S.T. Dupont has come out with the world's most expensive lighter (right) priced at $79,000.

The Ligne 2 Champagne lighter, part of Dupont's Prestige Collection, is made of solid 18-carat white gold embellished with 468 brilliant-cut diamonds.

Also available is a matching fountain pen in solid 18-carat white gold as well with rhodium finished trims and 502 brilliant-cut diamonds for $74,000.

S.T. Dupont, founded in Paris in 1872 by Simon Tissot Dupont, made bespoke pieces for the likes of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Windsor . Daniel Craig also carried Dupont accessories as James Bond in Casino Royale.

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Nam Cho Moonstone Ring

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This dome style ring by Nam Cho is exquisite. It's made from white gold and detailed with a blue moonstone as the centerpiece and rose cut diamonds scattered around it. Although it's a simply styled ring, Cho's craftsmanship and attention to detail results in a classic piece that could easily be a family heirloom and passed on for generations to come. Price: $15,620.

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Buccellati Magnolia Flower Earrings

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Handcrafted using Renaissance-era methods, Buccellati jewelry is known for being intricately detailed. An up close look confirms these Magnolia Flower earrings are no exception. The 18-karat white gold petals are as delicately veined as you would find them in nature and the yellow gold flower centers are realistically interpreted with dimension and depth. Available in pierced or clip styles, the earrings measure 1¼" diameter and are available at Gump's for $9,000.

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