# Presidential Gratitude Jewelery Obama Gives Michelle $30,000 Thank-You Ring By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-12-02 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30000-thank-you-mr-obama-gives-rare-thank-you-to-mrs-obama References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2008/12/01/michelle-obama-to-receive-30-000-thank-you-from-the-president-e/) ***UPDATE:** This turned out to be a viral rumor as Obama declared it untrue.* President Elect Obama is looking for a suitable bauble to thank Mrs. Obama for her support during his run for president. I guess he ruled out the diamond g-string, or the diamond bra, which is probably a good thing. Seems he has settled on a $30,000 rhodium ring that is surrounded by diamonds. The Harmony Ring is a top of the class masterpiece. Rhodium is one of the rarest metals, normally sold to only the very wealthiest individuals. Rhodium usually prices out at about $7,500 per OUNCE - The ring is hurriedly being made by Giovanni Bosco, jeweler for the ultra rich and famous. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Thank-you Jewelry:** Opportunities for luxury jewelry brands to create high-end, personalized pieces as tokens of appreciation. - **Alternative Precious Metals:** Potential for the use of rare metals like rhodium to elevate the value and exclusivity of jewelry designs. - **Celebrity Jewelry Endorsements:** The influence of famous figures like the Obamas in driving consumer demand for specific jewelry pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Jewelry:** Opportunities for jewelry designers and manufacturers to create high-end, customized pieces for grateful customers. - **Luxury Retail:** Potential for luxury retailers to showcase and sell rare metal jewelry designs, catering to a niche, high-end market. - **Celebrity Endorsements:** The jewelry industry can leverage celebrity endorsements to boost brand recognition and drive sales of specific designs or collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [14k Gold Noodle Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-macaroni-necklace.md) - [Personalized Wedding Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-wedding-bands.md) - [Understated Made-to-Order Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-ring-1.md) - [Gem-Studded Songwriter Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandana-royale.md) - [Ombre Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erin-tracy-ombr-stack.md) - [Candy Chocolate-Themed Opulent Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almost-champions.md) - [Lavish Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fine-jewelry-advent-calendar.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Pet Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-jewelry1.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md)