I don’t know how that’s even possible. At 5M per year you’ll have everything they produce fairly quickly. Then what - no longer a VIP?
2018 - 50th ANNIVERSARY of the ALHAMBRA
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I don’t know how that’s even possible. At 5M per year you’ll have everything they produce fairly quickly. Then what - no longer a VIP?
Thank you for clarifying @Zais5 but this is NOT the case where these pieces went to the biggest spenders. So, did it go to the so called "celebrities" to plug for VCA? And in which markets were these choices made?
There are some lovely members here who were lucky to be offered these pieces - please do not take offence, because NONE is intended. I am just trying to understand that when ALL collectors could have had EQUAL OPPORTUNITY to get their HG piece(s) for this momentous occasion, that VCA decides to have a deliberate, selective process.
I remember a poster saying that in her "market" lots will be cast for the pieces. I think at least this is fair enough, given the limited number of these pieces produced.
Can you imagine when I call a boutique, and the SA starts off with VCA's scripted lies, I have to correct them and and say, "Please, I am NOT in the mood for these untruths. Either deal straight or I call another boutique." This whole process is becoming rather tiring.
Attended the release in my country. No sight of turquoise, lapis, not even the not-so-stunning rock crystal (even this is special limited edition for VVIP). Only 1 set of Grey MOP n Onyx and RG paved each available to try on, and if one wishes to purchase, one can only collect it after “show case” period. Can place order for more but gonna wait. Can’t imagine why one with that spending power (the price tag of the grey mop set (necklace, earrings, bracelet) can easily get a mid priced condominium in the capital city) would want to wait for everyone to try on their piece b4 they can collect it.
Overall, I like the grey mop earrings most. Didn’t try the rest since I prefer onyx in YG while paved in WG.
Modeling fun..
Overall, I like the grey mop earrings most. Didn’t try the rest since I prefer onyx in YG while paved in WG.
Modeling fun..
@bunnyNwife , thank you for sharing both your pics and your insight 
I was told in the US that even these pieces are in limited quantities. That tells me that VCA can still be feeling out the demand before producing a lot.
I was told in the US that even these pieces are in limited quantities. That tells me that VCA can still be feeling out the demand before producing a lot.
No J, they come in YG and WG only...for now. I don't think that the Magic size in PG was offered as part of this 50th launch.
I don’t think it’s necessary to buy all items they produced, it’s eno to buy couple of items from high jewelry collection)))
Besides, if we all know that for example 1 or 2 items of turquoise or lapis were approved for every country I think it’s quite easy to find a few buyers in any country, in rich or poor))
@bunnyNwife , thank you for sharing both your pics and your insight
I was told in the US that even these pieces are in limited quantities. That tells me that VCA can still be feeling out the demand before producing a lot.
I do feel the same... test out the demand first b4 spending money/capital/raw materials to produce more.
As for the limited edition lapis watch, I was told to wait for a year [emoji29][emoji29] if I wish to order one. Nope I won’t pull the trigger [emoji16]..
Happy to continue pick up more sweet Alhambra as and when I feel like giving myself a little treat - my perfect daily piece. Not a dressy person in general. Today they happened to have a pair of very nice deep shade of turquoise butterfly and she flew home with me [emoji4]
Comparison..
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Thanks R! Maybe they’ll release it down the road? Don’t see a reason why not, but who knows...
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I've heard about some of these VIPS from my SA's and they are buying high jewelry and placing SO's for high jewelry.
More like keep on buying...for the wife, daughters, secretary, ...you know how that goes
I recently heard a story about a gentleman who does just that. He orders several SO's a year for high jewelry for 5 identical pieces. He gifts them to his wife and daughters.
Beautiful earrings! Which ones do you find yourself wearing more of the turquoise earrings? I am contemplating a pair. Thx!
Am I too old to be adopted [emoji6]