Canturi is one of our favourite fine jewellery designers, here at the MO Down. We have commented time and time again on the rise of brand-collaboration. We are happy to see this name involved in such a unique style of partnership. Mattel are an empire of mass-production, but they certainly own their share of luxury. Limited edition Barbies are hardly dime-a-dozen. Barbie is one of the world’s most beloved celebrities. So famous, she lives in the league of Madonna, sans last name. Italian designer Stefano Canturi custom-designed a Barbie doll, including a specially designed necklace featuring a one-carat Fancy Vivid pink diamond and three carats of white diamonds (shoes to match, of course).The Canturi-designed doll was finally sold at a Christies auction, after the completion of her world tour. According to a press release from the auction house, ‘The World’s Most Expensive Barbie’ was sold at auction for an incredible $302, 500– all of which went to charity. Whether her destiny lies as world’s tiniest trophy wife, or some very extravagant plaything, we think she looks a million dollars. It is certainly a further sign of the times and economic recovery. We wonder what Ken would get if he was bejewelled? The other day, Bulgari set a Christie’s record with the sale of its blue diamond… the coloured diamonds are getting a serious workout this week.
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