Seven most magnificent palaces in the world
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Fulgor Nocturnus
Crafted by the famous Italian brand Tibaldi, known for its elite stationery, Fulgor Nocturnus is currently the most expensive writing instrument globally. In 2010, this pen was sold for $8 million. Its lavish design justifies its hefty price. Adorned with 945 black diamonds and 123 rubies, it features a mesmerizing star-studded night sky.
Boheme Royal
Introduced by the German luxury pen manufacturer Montblanc, Boheme Royal is valued at over $1.5 million. The pen's impressive price tag comes from its expensive materials. Made of platinum and studded with a multitude of shining diamonds, it truly is a regal accessory.
Aurora Diamante
A creation of the Italian luxury brand Aurora, this pen is released only once a year, explaining its high price. Today, Aurora Diamante is priced at nearly $1.3 million. Given that it is encrusted with select 30-carat diamonds and has a pure platinum alloy body, the price seems quite fair.
1010 Diamonds Fountain Pen
The renowned Swiss luxury stationery brand, Caran d'Ache, crafted this pen. Its body, made from solid 18-carat white gold, boasts over 850 diamonds with three different cuts. The pen's cap is adorned with an additional 1010 diamonds, which inspired its name. This luxurious writing tool comes with a hefty price tag of over $1 million.
Heaven Gold
Created at the workshop of the famous Canadian jewelry designer Anita Mai Tan, who is known for her exclusive accessories, this pen is a true masterpiece. The body and nib, both made from 18-carat white gold, explain Heaven Gold's high price. To own this luxurious accessory, one would need to pay around $1 million. Interestingly, only eight Heaven Gold pens exist in the world today.
Mystery Masterpiece
This pen is a collaboration between two iconic luxury brands: German Montblanc and French Van Cleef & Arpels. Currently valued at $730,000, its unique decorations significantly influence Mystery Masterpiece's price. The pen's body is encrusted with hundreds of precious stones, including sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Each stone was carefully chosen and hand-set.
Prince Rainier III Limited Edition 81
German brand Montblanc designed this pen in memory of Prince Rainier III of Monaco. Adorned with 81 diamonds, it symbolizes the monarch's 81 years of life. Notably, only 81 units of this pen were produced, adding to its exclusivity. Today, the Prince Rainier III Limited Edition 81 is priced at over $250,000.
The prestigious magazine Architectural Digest has published a ranking of the world's most beautiful palaces. Let us take a look at the buildings that topped this list
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