World’s most expensive Christmas tree unveiled in Germany

World’s most expensive Christmas tree unveiled in Germany

December 9, 2024   03:38 pm

Germany has taken festive excess to a whole new level with the unveiling of the world’s most expensive Christmas tree.

Standing at 10 feet tall, this solid gold monstrosity is worth an eye-watering £4million.

The gilded giant, crafted by Munich-based bullion dealers Pro Aurum, is made of 2,024 gold Vienna Philharmonic coins, chosen to mark the year.

Weighing more than 60 kilograms, it is crowned with a 24-carat gold coin in place of a traditional star or angel.

Benjamin Summa, spokesperson for Pro Aurum, lauded the creation: “The gold Christmas tree illustrates this timeless meaning of precious metal in an impressive way.”

But while the company celebrates its shimmering achievement, others have called the display tone-deaf in an era when rising costs of living loom large for many.

And before anyone gets any ideas, the tree is not for sale.

Pro Aurum said that it”s meant to showcase the enduring value of gold, rather than invite prospective buyers.

This isn”t the first time a Christmas tree has sparked controversy or disbelief.

Over the years, holiday decorations around the world have swung wildly between opulence and outright absurdity.

Source: The Sun
--Agencies 

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