# $400,000 Champagne Glasses Diamond Stemware by John Calleija Breaks World Record By Noora Abu Eitah | Published 2008-06-23 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/400000-diamond-crystal-champagne-glass-by-john-calleija-breaks-a-world-reco References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/400000-diamond-encrusted-champagne-glasses-for-rich-aristocrats/) & [thewest.au](http://www.thewest.com.au/aapstory.aspx?StoryName=491475) The title of the world's most expensive [champagne glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sommelier-pro-collection) goes to the $400,000 Diamond & Crystal Champagne Glass by designer John Calleija. Along with John, it took a team of five jewelers to develop two glasses made of 8kg blocks of crystal, encrusted with 15 carats of white diamonds, and six carats of rare, argyle pink diamonds. The glasses were purchased by a Melbourne businessman who is planning to turn them into cherished family heirlooms. Nice! My family heirloom is a jar of tomato paste made by Italian nuns :D YUMM! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 Glassware:** The trend of luxury glassware is on the rise, with consumers seeking high-end, exclusive designs. - **Diamond-encrusted Products:** The trend of incorporating diamonds into products is growing, providing a niche market for extravagant and unique items. - **Personalized Heirlooms:** The trend of creating personalized heirlooms is gaining popularity, as consumers look for unique and meaningful items to pass down through generations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the demand for high-end glassware, creating exclusive and opulent designs. - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can explore new avenues by incorporating diamonds into products beyond traditional accessories, such as glassware, to cater to a niche market. - **Customization:** The customization industry can offer services to create personalized heirlooms, allowing consumers to design unique and sentimental items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diamond-Encrusted Martini Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marrow-martini.md) - [Hand-Blown Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handblown-glassware-collection.md) - [Extra-Large Wine Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xxl-wine.md) - [Extravagant Whiskey Bottle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-bottle-design.md) - [Elegant Colored Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colored-glassware-collection.md) - [$1000 Bourbon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-most-expensive-bloody-mary.md) - [Record-Breaking Wine Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belaire-zeus.md) - [Ultra-Extravagant Scotch Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glen-grant-distillery.md) - [Unbreakable Wine Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unbreakable-wine-glass.md)