Valentine’s Day Gifts of the Rich and Famous

For celebrities, sports athletes, captains of industry, and others among the rich and famous, gift giving is on a whole other level. So what are the wealthy giving each other for Valentine’s Day? Here’s a taste of some of the most decadent gifts for Valentine’s Day 2012, along with their estimated price tags.

• International Flower Show Tour ($420,000)
  When it comes to one-of-a-kind (and expensive) gifts, leave it to Neiman Marcus. Send your flower lover and nine companions on tour of exotic destinations around Europe to witness some of the world’s finest flowers and sustainable horticulture. The itinerary includes three days and two nights each at Merges, Switzerland, Athens, Greece, Avignon, France and London, UK with serviced gourmet meals, private transportation and concierge, wine tasting sessions and more.
  
  
• Jetlev jetpack ($100,000)
  Trying to buy a Valentine’s day gift for the man or woman who has everything? Have them try a Jetlev jetpack on for size. The personal water-propelled Jetlev R200 is guaranteed to make a splash.
  
  
• The Hope Diamond ($350 Million)
  Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, and for $350 mil, she better be yours. The Hope Diamond, on display at The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC, is a 45.52 carat deep blue diamond, and is classified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) as a Type IIB diamond. Considered a national treasure, it’s not really for sale.
  
  
• Neiman Marcus Tequila Party Hosted By Colin Cowie ($125,000)
  For your high-end tequila lover, how about a Colin Cowie-hosted event for 75 guests? Enjoy a gourmet culinary experience from celebrity chef Todd English, savor signature Tequila Avion cocktails from renowned mixologist Yusef Austin, and enjoy music mixes from celebrity DJ Donna d’Cruz. Plus a personal keepsake: a one-of-a-kind bottle of Tequila Avion commemorating its launch, signed by Cowie, English and d’Cruz.
  
  
• Phantom v1610 camera ($100,000)
  If your significant other is really into photography, and if you can afford it, spring for the Phantom v1610—the world's fastest digital high-speed camera by Vision Research. The Phantom v1610 captures between 650,000 fps and one million frames per second.
  
  
• Sergio Rossi precious metal shoes ($9,850)
  You’ll make her truly feel like a princess with a pair of Sergio Rossi’s 22-karat gold and antique silver leaf Cachet pumps. Made on demand.
  
  
• Tiffany Legacy Bracelet ($470,000)
  Who doesn’t love to see the telltale blue teal Tiffany box on Valentine’s Day? For only $470,000, give your loved one this beautiful Edwardian era style bracelet with seven inches of glittering diamonds specially designed for Tiffany.

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