The Famous Fabergé Egg – Now for Cars
Some of the wealthiest and most influential people in the world have been captivated by the allure of the Fabergé Egg. It is a prized item in many top collections around the globe, particularly the pre-1917 Imperial Eggs. Only 50 were fabricated – they are exquisite, precious, and highly coveted.
Fit for a King (or an Oligarch)
While Fabergé is considered one of the ultimate luxuries in art, Rolls Royce is known as the unequivocal leader in the car manufacturing industry. Kim Kardashian owns one, as does J-Lo, Lady Gaga, David Beckham and Jamie Foxx. Nicholas II, the last Russian Tsar, owned two including a purple 1914 Silver Ghost Rolls Royce which was put up for sale in January 2018 for a staggering US$5 million.
What’s Better? A Fabergé Egg or a Rolls Royce?
Imagine both objects of desire in one package. For the first time in motoring history, Rolls Royce teamed up with another luxury brand to create a unique piece of art for the discerning buyer. In collaboration with Fabergé, the company is offering a new version of ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’, the enigmatic icon that has been embellishing the hood of Rolls Royce vehicles manufactured since February 1911. Hand-sculpted, the new silver lady is encased in a contemporary but no less magnificent Fabergé Egg. This creation is the ultimate in luxury when it comes to hood ornaments. It is unique, ultra-luxurious, extremely flashy and super expensive. What more can an oligarch want?
More Than Just Another Flashy Acquisition
Ostentatious items like this are not only for oligarchs who love showing off. Even the more serious, soft-spoken and private oligarchs like Suleyman Kerimov have expensive tastes. Kerimov spent millions on buying Ice, one of the largest superyachts in the world. He also owns two private jets worth around US$100 million each, several luxurious properties and a US$2 million Bugatti Veyron. A Fabergé Egg hood ornament may not suit a car as sporty as a Veyron though, so maybe a Rolls Royce would be a good start as a gift for this particular super-rich Russian?