W hat a year for sports it has been. First the New York Knicks win the NBA Finals, and now all of North America is consumed with world-class soccer. Sports fans are truly spoiled for choice at the moment.
Turns out tickets to watch the soccer (or football, depending on where you live) are pretty steeply priced. Two tickets to the final in New Jersey could set you back close to $20,000. You know what else you could buy with $20,000? We do. Below, a list of things from our marketplace you could buy now—no nail-biting VAR included.
Hermès Birkin 25
This Hermès Birkin 25 is, frankly, a steal at $21,700. The Malachite hue, introduced in 2013 (this one is from 2014), has been discontinued making this bag something of a collector's item. Palladium hardware and tonal internal leather complete the look and, despite being nearly vintage, it includes the lock, two keys, clochette, dust bag, raincoat, dust bag, and box.
Harry Potter First Edition Set
Why own a single Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling first edition when you could own the full set? This complete collection of soft cover first printings from Bloomsbury is in very good condition and will make for an excellent conversation-starter.
Jogani Emerald Solitaire
Anup Jogani, aka @theraregemdealer, is famous for sourcing stunning, uber-special gems and antique diamonds. This Colombian emerald ring is just one example. (There are plenty more in our dedicated Jogani shop.) Coming in at 2.42 carats and bezel set in a simple 18K ring, this piece is ideal for cocktail parties, engagements and so much more.
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
You know who wears a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona? World-famous football player Cristiano Ronaldo. His solid gold Rainbow Daytona with gem-set bezel will run you a bit more than two World Cup tickets, but this yellow-gold and stainless steel classic is right in budget. A 40mm reference 116523 dating from 2004-2005, this watch sports a black dial and includes a chronograph complication. It was designed for endurance racing but can be worn even if you're not on the track.
Peter Halley Edition
The latest release in our Exclusive Editions collection comes from Peter Halley. The two new artworks, Rebus I and Rebus IV (above) feature the artist's signature Roll-A-Tex textured surface digitally rendered and "cloned" twelve times. Inspired by Halley’s ‘Cell Grid’ paintings, a series which began in 2014, the Exclusive Editions are produced by LITO using their Hi-Rnd© process, which delivers texture, relief and color.