Salman Khan was snapped wearing a spectacular $3 million watch studded with 714 diamonds in a viral video that quickly took social media by storm.
One of the most coveted watches in the world, the Billionaire III, the creation of the famous jeweler Jacob Arabo, is considered an exclusive masterpiece.
A video captures the Bollywood superstar as the creator of the sensational piece, who is also the founder and creative director of Jacob & Co., helps Salman put the rare and precious watch on his wrist, after which they share a hug. At the end, with a proud smile, Salman Khan shows the shiny watch to the camera.
The clip, posted on Arabo’s Instagram account, is accompanied by a memorable message: “I don’t let anyone try on my Billionaire watch, but for Salman Khan I made an exception.”
Salman Khan and $3 million watch encrusted with 714 diamonds Collage Jacob & Co
Billionaire III – from opulence to rarity
Created in a limited edition of just 18 pieces, the Billionaire III is a rare 18-karat white gold jewel that continues the legacy of its legendary predecessor, the Billionaire, reflecting the creator’s vision of combining luxury jewelry with fine watchmaking. It is the first skeleton tourbillon watch, launched in 2016, completely covered in diamonds, of impressive size. The Billionaire set records for price and design, and spawned subsequent variations such as the Billionaire III.
The case and inner ring of the new watch are embellished with 152 emerald-cut diamonds, and the movement bridges are adorned with 57 baguette-cut diamonds. The sparkling bracelet is also decorated with another 504 white diamonds, bringing the precious timepiece to an impressive total of 714 diamonds. The weight of approximately 130 carats of diamonds, turns it into a true unique work of art.
The stored energy also allows the manual movement to run for 72 hours, which is considered a world record for such a diamond watch.
It thus becomes from an accessory a symbol of wealth and power, which Jacob & Co described as follows: “Billionaire III is the ultimate expression of luxury. Its unique appeal is for kings, whatever their castle may be.”
Among Jacob & Co’s clients is Cristiano Ronaldo
There are other color variations for the Billionaire III – from emeralds, rubies, but also a rainbow of precious stones – sapphires, rubies, diamonds, etc. The price of such a watch with diamonds or other precious stones can reach 5 million dollars, in depending on the version.
Moreover, numerous top personalities from sports, business and music display spectacular watches from Jacob & Co. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo, who launched a line of watches in collaboration with Jacob & Co x CR7, owns several impressive pieces, including a Jacob & Co watch. $2 million Twin Turbo Furious and a $780,000 Saudi themed model. Nita Ambani, wife of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, was spotted wearing a $360,000 Jacob & Co watch studded with precious stones to her grandchildren’s birthday. Demand for watches with diamonds or other precious stones is expected to continue to grow from the world’s wealthiest people.
