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On a daily basis, you might come across common objects like pens, HDMI cables, or water bottles. These things seem ordinary and affordable, but that's not always true. Here's a list of the 10 most shockingly overpriced everyday items!
10. Gläce Luxury Ice Co. Ice Cubes—$325
Originally a business school project, Gläce Luxury Ice Co. now offers what they claim to be the finest way to chill your beverages. Their ice cubes and spheres are geometrically flawless, and they assert that, mathematically, these shapes provide the most efficient cooling.
You can buy ice in bags of 50 cubes, 50 spheres, or a mixed bag with 25 cubes and 25 spheres. The ice is sold online and shipped in insulated bags via FedEx. For a mere $325, you could own one of these luxury ice bags.
The water used to make the ice is thoroughly purified to avoid compromising the flavor of any fine liquors or spirits. They claim the ice has a melting rate of 15-30 minutes, giving you ample time to enjoy your perfectly chilled drinks.
9. Platinum Starlight 7 HDMI Cable—$4,000
For about the cost of four new iPhones, you can purchase a 6-foot-long 'Premium' HDMI cable for your television or computer monitor. On WireWorld’s website, the cable is available in lengths starting at 1 meter for $1,000, with the longest version measuring 7 meters, priced at an astounding $4,000.
This cable boasts double-helix wrapped cables within a flat outer insulation across its entire length. Its connectors are made of carbon fiber, with the actual connectors crafted from pure silver to ensure the best possible signal conduction. The company describes it as 'the ultimate HDMI cable.'
This cable is often favored for high-end home theater setups due to its exceptional sound and color quality transmission, but such luxury comes at a hefty price. Not everyone will have the chance to experience this $4,000 cable.
8. Trek Madone SLR 9 Disc eTap—$12,500
Since the 1970s, Trek has been a dominant force in the bicycle industry. Starting as a small garage business, it eventually grew into a powerhouse. Along the way, they’ve created some of the most legendary bikes in history, but those come with a hefty price tag…
The Trek Madone SLR 9 Disc eTap is the ultimate bike. Its carbon fiber frame and electronic gearing control make it suitable for both endurance races and sprints. The aerodynamic design of the frame and wheels ensures peak efficiency.
This bike is designed for elite racers, offering such an advantage that it can seem almost unfair. However, with a price of $12,500, it’s out of reach for most cyclists. But the next time you’re considering a new bike, this one is certainly worth contemplating.
7. Grand Velas Los Cabos Tacos—$25,000
Craving tacos? What if they cost $25,000? If you’re feeling adventurous, the Grand Velas Los Cabos Resort Hotel, located on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, offers the world’s priciest tacos. For $25,000, you’ll receive two of the finest tacos money can buy.
These tacos are filled with some of the most luxurious ingredients available. Inside the soft corn tortilla, you’ll find Kobe beef, lobster, black truffle brie cheese, and Almas Beluga caviar, all crowned with gold flakes.
These extravagant tacos are served at the resort’s renowned restaurant, “Frida.” Head Chef Juan Licerio Alcala explains, “Our ultimate goal at Grand Velas Los Cabos is to push the boundaries of traditional cuisine and offer something unique for our well-traveled guests,” and he certainly succeeded with these tacos.
6. Acqua di Cristallo Tributo a Modigliani Bottle of Water—$60,000
While most water bottles cost just a dollar or a few cents each, a rare bottle of water sold at a Mexico City auction in 2010 for a staggering $60,000. The Acqua di Cristallo Tributo a Modigliani, priced higher than a new BMW, is a luxury item like no other.
This isn’t just any water bottle. The container is an abstract figure of a woman’s head, plated with 24K gold. Only one bottle of this kind was ever created, making it extraordinarily rare, and adding to its astronomical price. The water inside is a blend of spring water sourced from Fiji, France, and even an Icelandic glacier.
But wait, there’s more! The water also contains 23K gold flakes. This is the kind of water King Midas would have coveted. While only one gold version exists, there are less expensive versions of the bottle made from different materials. The cheapest still costs a jaw-dropping $285.
5. Louis Vuitton Crocodilian Leather Backpack—$79,000
Louis Vuitton is the epitome of quality, exclusivity, and ultimate luxury. For centuries, they’ve provided the richest and most famous with a product unlike any other. Known for their exotic designs and sky-high prices, Louis Vuitton continues to be the go-to brand for celebrities. The Louis Vuitton Crocodilian Leather Backpack is no different.
For a steep $79,000, this backpack could be yours. It debuted at the Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall/Winter 2018 fashion show and features luxurious crocodile skin as its main material. The backpack is only available in the season’s signature color, Titanium Grey. To purchase it, you can’t just stroll into a store or order online—you’ll need to call Louis Vuitton’s Paris headquarters to secure this rare item.
This backpack boasts titanium zippers and buckles, designed to offer the ultimate in durability. Padded shoulder straps and back ensure supreme comfort for those with refined taste. Unlike many other Louis Vuitton backpacks, this one opts for subtlety with minimal branding. Additionally, due to regulations on animal skin trade, this particular backpack is not eligible for shipment to California.
4. American Express Centurion Card—$500,000
The ultra-wealthy have access to credit lines that many cannot fathom, and the American Express Centurion Card is a prime example. If you’re an American Express cardholder and spend over $500,000 in a calendar year, you may receive an invitation to apply for the Centurion Card.
Considered by some to be the ultimate in luxury status symbols, the American Express Centurion Card is an exclusive offer. Only those who charge over $500,000 annually on their cards are invited to apply. But the cost doesn’t stop there. Upon receiving an invite, you’ll need to pay an initiation fee of $7,500, plus an annual fee of $2,500 to maintain your access to this coveted card, in addition to the spending requirements.
However, this card isn’t just about a sleek titanium design. It also provides access to extra rewards with top-tier hotels and airlines, as well as significant cashback. It stands as a clear symbol of how incredibly wealthy some individuals are. If you ever receive an invitation to join this exclusive club, count yourself as one of the fortunate few.
The Jada Dubai x Passion Jewelers High Heel Shoes are a collaboration that made history, holding the title of the world's most expensive pair of shoes, priced at a jaw-dropping $17 Million. These 'Passion Diamond Shoes' are a true luxury statement.
Jada Dubai and Passion Jewelers worked together to create the ‘Passion Diamond Shoes,’ a stunning pair that cost a staggering $17 Million. This pair of heels has made its mark as the most expensive shoes in the world, earning them a record-breaking spot.
Crafted from gold-covered leather, these shoes are encrusted with over 200 diamonds set into the 24-carat gold stiletto heels. Each toe features a 14-carat high-grade diamond, contributing significantly to the value of these exceptional pumps, thanks to the rarity of the 238 diamonds.
The highly coveted Passion Diamond Shoes were displayed for fashion enthusiasts at the luxurious Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai, UAE. Despite their allure, the hefty price tag means that only a select few can truly afford them.
The Alexander Amosu iPhone is an extravagant creation, valued at $2.7 Million. This exclusive iPhone is known for its lavish customization and luxurious features, making it a symbol of wealth and opulence.
In 2014, Alexander Amosu unveiled a unique, modified iPhone 6. This stunning device is covered in 18-carat gold and adorned with 6,127 diamonds, creating the most dazzling iPhone ever produced. It's an experience unlike any other when making a call on this luxurious phone.
The back of the Amosu iPhone boasts a 51-carat diamond Apple logo with a flawless cut. The phone also bears the 'Alexander Amosu' logo, decorated with additional gold and diamonds. While modern iPhones might seem affordable by comparison, this phone truly stands out as an ultimate luxury item.
Although the iPhone 7 rendered the Amosu iPhone obsolete in 2016, its legacy remains intact as one of the most extravagant displays of wealth in the modern world.
The Aurora Diamante Fountain Pen is priced at an astounding $1,470,600, making it one of the most luxurious writing instruments in the world.
Imagine using the finest pen you've ever written with. Its ballpoint glides effortlessly over the paper, producing a crisp, solid line. The bold color makes you feel like the authority in the room. But have you ever wondered—what is the cost of such a prestigious writing tool?
In 2009, the renowned pen maker 'Aurora' introduced the 'Diamante,' a pen priced at $1.5 Million. Covered in more than 30 carats of premium diamonds, it features a fountain-style nib crafted from white gold. Available in light and dark versions, this pen is incredibly exclusive, sold only once a year to a select group of customers.
Crafted in Florence, Italy, Aurora is known for producing a variety of pens at different price points. However, their 'Diamante' will undoubtedly maintain its status as their most expensive pen for years to come.
