When it comes to the material world, a limited edition indulgence is perhaps the most luxurious of all. Here, AFM got the inside scoop on all things limited edition, from expert advice to our favorite available-for-a-limited-time-only treasures. Curious what’s on the limited edition market at the moment? These are our 10 favorite finds.
2010 Bugati Grand Sport
Price Tag: $2.1 million
Not only is this limited edition Bugatti a looker, but it is also capable of going 253 miles per hour, officially making it the fastest convertible in the world. With only 150 Grand Sports in production, this vehicle oozes prestige and status. www.bugatti.com.
Jacob & Co. Epic Tourbillon Watch
Price Tag: $300,000
This luxe limited edition watch by Jacob & Co. is available in black or white, each with rose gold cases. Production for this diamond-encrusted watch is limited to 18 pieces per color, making it not only eye-catching, but also extremely rare. www.jacobandco.com.
Woodford Reserve Seasoned Oak Finish
Price Tag: About $90 (suggested price)
As the fourth installment of the Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection, this limited edition bourbon has only been available since Nov. 1. Available in 44 United States markets, only 1,337 cases will be produced. www.woodfordreserve.com.
Ducati Limited Edition 1098 R Bayliss Superbike
Price Tag: $43,995
In honor of retired Australian motorcycle racer Troy Bayliss winning the 2008 World Superbike Championship aboard a Ducati 1098 R Superbike, Ducati Motorcycles created the limited edition 1098 R Bayliss Superbike. Meant to pay homage to Bayliss’s career as a Ducati legend, the company will only produce 150 of these motorcycles. www.ducati.com.
Ribbon Aquamarine Pendant
Price Tag: About $5,500
This Art Deco-inspired pendant is set in 18-karat white gold with stunning aquamarine and more than a carat of pave white diamonds. Only 10 of these beauties were produced. www.asprey.com.
Cork Envy
Price Tag: $2,200
We’ve all seen those giant bottles of vino at our favorite wine bar, but what about a larger-than-life cork? With his latest lip-smacking work (there were 325 corks made), Thomas Arvid certifies his spot as a top wine artist. www.thomasarvid.com.
Louis Vuitton Calliope Bag
Price Tag: $12,880
Although not labeled as a limited edition item, this Fall/Winter 2009-2010 collector’s piece—made of Brocade silk textile and 34 pieces of exotic skins dyed by hand—is still considered as such, because Louis Vuitton only produces a limited number of pieces in each collection. www.louisvuitton.com.
KVA Oliver Peoples Sunglasses
Price Tag: $495
In collaboration with European designer and Dior Homme artistic director Kris Van Assche, Oliver Peoples created the sporty and stylish KVA sunglass. Designed with the KVA logo on the top of the frame, these limited edition shades come with two different lens colors and the technology to switch them out for different looks. www.oliverpeoples.com.
Feather Sculpture
Price Tag: $990
Only 136 of these stunning Michael Aram sculptures are available for purchase. (Aram chose that number based on the address, 136 W. 18th St. in New York City, where he creates his stellar works.) www.michaelaram.com.
Macassar Ebony Domino Set
Price Tag: $3,480
Game night just got a bit grander. These exquisite dominos, by Ghisò, sport a Siberian mammoth ivory inlay and are housed in a white lacquered box lined with plush fuchsia velvet calfskin. www.vivre.com.
