# Bedazzled Cartoon Characters The Diamond Snoopy Celebrates 'Peanuts' 60th Year By Allison Love | Published 2010-08-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamond-snoopy References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/diamond-snoopy-celebrates-the-comic-character-s-60th-anniversary/) & [fashion.v1.cn](http://fashion.v1.cn/scsp/2009-9-27/1254040281461.shtml) The Diamond Snoopy is a real-life diamond-encrusted Snoopy cartoon character which was created in honor of the [cartoon 'Peanuts'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-x-peanuts-marlin-space-orbit) 60th birthday. Hong Kong fine jeweler TSL was commissioned to create this one-of-a-kind piece to honor the [legendary character](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-snoopy-collection). The Diamond Snoopy stands 5.5 inches tall and has approximately 9,917 [white diamonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-ice-x-pokmon), 783 black diamonds and 415 rubies (which make up Snoopy's collar.) The Diamond Snoopy took eight months to create and the entire sculpture casts about $426, 780! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Cartoon Merchandise:** The creation and sale of high-end, diamond-encrusted merchandise based on iconic animated characters presents opportunities for luxury goods companies to capitalize on nostalgia and exclusivity. - **Commemorative Jewelry:** Metalsmiths, designers, and manufacturers working in commemorative jewelry have an opportunity to create unique, high-end products that celebrate events and characters with the potential to attract collectors and enthusiasts. - **Precious Material Sculptures:** The production of intricate sculptures made from diamonds, precious metals, and other valuable materials can provide opportunities for artists, designers, and manufacturers to create unique, high-value art pieces that cater to affluent buyers. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry:** Fine jewelers and other luxury goods companies could explore the creation of high-end, diamond-encrusted merchandise that taps into the nostalgia and exclusivity associated with classic cartoon characters. - **Collectibles:** Collectibles manufacturers and dealers could offer unique pieces like the Diamond Snoopy to collectors who are willing to pay a premium for items with scarcity and value beyond their utility or functionality. - **Art:** Artists and galleries could find success creating intricate sculptures made from high-value materials, such as diamonds, which appeal to buyers seeking unique, attractive art pieces with potential for appreciation over time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beloved Comic Jewelery Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monica-rich-kosann-partners.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Minimal Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-to-moonphase.md) - [Celebratory Comic Strip Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-75th-anniversary-loungefly-collection.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Timepiece Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonswatch-2.md) - [Playful Cartoon-Forward Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-worldwide.md) - [Cartoon Dog-Inspired Whimsical Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snoopy-lamp.md) - [Comic-Honoring Digital Pixel Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-tamagotchi.md) - [Space-Themed Cartoon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-x-peanuts-marlin-space-orbit.md) - [Collaboration Cartoon Aviation Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avi8-and-peanuts.md)