# Diamond-Studded Soccer Balls This Extravagantly Lavish Diamond Soccer Ball Replica Costs $250,000 By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamond-soccer-ball References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/other_stuff/real-madrids-kim-benzema-splurges-250000-on-a-diamond-football.php) & [tmz](http://www.tmz.com/2015/08/17/karim-benzema-diamond-soccer-ball/) Jeweler Dave Bling created this divine diamond soccer ball, which was sold for $250,000. The beautiful diamond soccer ball pays tribute to an actual ball by featuring both black and white diamonds. The ball is also the exact same size as a real soccer ball, which aids in the authentication of this work of art. The sport ball contains a total of 1,250 carats and 72,000 diamonds that allow it to glitter and shimmer at every angle. This quarter of a million dollar ball was purchased by [Real Madrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-collection-1) soccer star Karim Benzema. While this piece of decor will not be found in the common household, it will suit Karim Benzema's house while paying tribute to his sporting career. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Extravagant Athletic Equipment:** There is an opportunity to create more outrageous and pricey athletic equipment for athletes and sports enthusiasts who value luxury. - **Luxury Sports Memorabilia:** Creating high-end sports memorabilia and collectibles that are adorned with precious materials is a way to appeal to wealthy sports fans. - **Luxury Hobby Supplies:** Creating high-priced supplies for luxury hobbies like soccer can be an opportunity for luxury retailers. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Goods Retailers:** Luxury goods retailers and jewelers can develop partnerships with sports stars to create high-end sports memorabilia. - **Athletic Equipment Manufacturers:** Athletic equipment manufacturers can explore the high-end market and collaborate with jewelers to create unique and pricey products. - **Sports Collectibles Industry:** The sports collectibles industry can offer a wider variety of memorabilia, including diamond-studded replicas, to appeal to wealthy sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Deconstructed Eroded Soccer Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deconstructed-soccer-ball.md) - [Official Connected FIFA Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-soccer-ball.md) - [Unfolding Soccer Ball Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccer-ball-set.md) - [3D-Printed Sports Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilson-sports-goods-co.md) - [Luxury Bespoke Trophies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-ballon-dor.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Durable Canine Soccer Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canine-soccer-ball.md) - [Luxurious Sporting Statement Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offwhite-co-wilson.md) - [Tricolored Tournament Soccer Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifa-world-cup26.md)