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ALEXANDER McQUEEN CHIVAS REGAL SOLD

Grainmash wrote almost exactly a year ago about the release of The Limited Edition “Gold Signature” Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Scotch Whisky by Alexander McQueen and the benefits of this investment.

Now a year later one such Chivas Regal for Alexander McQueen whisky (bottle number 56 of 1500 made) has sold in an online auction for £600. This particular Chivas Regal was purchased one year ago for £420, giving a value increase of 30%.

Alexander McQueen described the bottle as an Haute Couture art-piece:

“This is a piece of art which reflects the luxury and craftsmanship values of what Haute Couture is all about.  You can see my signature ’stamp’ with the blue leather ‘dress’ and the Union Jack colours. I have created a rare collector’s item that those with an eye for design will want to keep.”

Seems this seller didn’t have an eye for design, but an eye for the market. Whether other collectors will follow suit and sell is yet to be seen.

© 2010 GrainMash.