A rare small gold coin from 1808, called a Quarter Eagle and worth just $2.50 when it was minted, sold for $2.35 million, setting a world record for any coin of that denomination. Part of a collection owned by D. Brent Pogue, a renowned California collector, the 1808 Quarter Eagle has became the most valuable … Read more
BMW recently unveiled at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este its newest motorcycle concept – the BMW Motorrad “Concept 101”. Described by Edgar Heinrich, Head of BMW Motorrad Design as the “epitome of elegance, power and luxury on two wheels,” the 101 Concept is a stylish ‘bagger’ that incorporates carbon fiber and wood trim. Designed and built … Read more
Meet Subsix, the world’s first underwater nightclub-a unique venue where you can experience the Bond lifestyle. First opened in 2012, Subsix is located six meters below the waterline at Per Aquum Niyama in the Maldives and was recently redesigned by Poole Associates. The revamped venue offers a variety of highlighted activities, including subaquatic lunches, gourmet … Read more
Paying homage to the iconic BMW Coupe from the 1970s, BMW revealed at the Concorso d’Eleganza in Italy the 3.0 CSL Hommage Concept, with those initials standing for Coupe Sport Leichtbau (coupé, sport, lightweight). Painted in a traditional CSL color, with classic proportions, the Hommage sports laser headlights and uses carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic parts throughout the … Read more
British cycling brand Rapha is introducing a new collaboration with audio experts Bang & Olufsen, the BeoPlay H6 Rapha Edition. Wrapped in Rapha’s signature colors, the ear pads are made from African Hair Sheep leather, as used for the Rapha GT Gloves, sweat resistant and breathable material, making them a perfect pick for a high-intensity … Read more
Swiss watchmaker Breitling introduces the “Dark (k)night of the oceans” – the Superocean Chronograph M2000 Blacksteel. This impressive and eye-catching timepiece is the world’s only chronograph to be water-resistant and fully functional at a depth of 2,000 meters (6,600 ft). Housed in a 46mm carbon-based black steel case, it features a 4mm AR-coated sapphire crystal, … Read more
