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Precious Metal Desk Lamps

The Copper Lamp 10kg is a Functional Investment

— August 11, 2011 — Art & Design
The Copper Lamp 10kg is perhaps the most functional metal investment ever made. Created by German designers Tobias Sieber and Samuel Treindl, the Copper Lamp 10kg is designed to let people get some use out of their investment before they sell it off.

The lamp is indeed made out of 10 kilograms of copper and as such, has a raw and industrial look to it. The value of copper has risen significantly in recent years and does not show any signs of stopping. 10 kilograms of copper (22 pounds) is not a bad investment to make, especially if that investment doubles as a heavy duty desk lamp. If you are interested to see what a lamp made out of 22 pounds of copper looks like you can check out the Copper Lamp 10kg here.
Trend Themes
1. Functional Investment - The concept of making functional investments that double as useful products could disrupt traditional investment models in various industries such as finance and real estate.
2. Industrial Aesthetic - The trend towards using raw and industrial materials like copper in everyday products presents opportunities for designers and manufacturers in industries such as home decor, furniture, and lighting.
3. Rising Value of Copper - As the value of copper continues to rise, there are opportunities for investors and businesses in industries such as mining, construction, and renewable energy to capitalize on this trend.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Designers and manufacturers in the home decor industry could capitalize on the trend towards industrial-style products like the Copper Lamp 10kg.
2. Mining - The rising value of copper presents opportunities for mining companies to invest in and explore new copper resources.
3. Finance - The concept of functional investments like the Copper Lamp 10kg could disrupt traditional investment models and create new opportunities for financial professionals.
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