This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Neighbor News

Fantasy Valentine’s Day Gifts of the Wealthy

So what are the wealthy giving each other for Valentine's Day?

For celebrities, sports athletes, and captains of industry, holiday gift giving is on a whole other level. So what are the wealthy giving each other for Valentine’s Day? Take a look at some of the most decadent gifts for Valentine’s Day, courtesy of CNBC.com, “Wildly Expensive Valentine’s Day Gifts.”

Chrystalized Amphora Perfume Bottle
Price: $3,500
Know someone who loves and collects perfume bottles? Consider this 42-ounce amphora covered in 16,500 Swarovski stones. The bottle can be filled with their choice of Bond No. 9 scents.

Ferrari Ascent Ti Cellphone
Price: $9,650
Along with the famous performance sports car company’s horse logo, this cell phone from Vertu also features the hand-stitched leather that is found in the interior of all Ferraris.

Find out what's happening in East Meadowfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Biometric Security Briefcase
Price: $12,000
If your Valentine has to transport valuables, consider this high-tech briefcase from Pianki.com. The biometric refers to a feature that requires the owner to scan a fingerprint to open it.

Fendi 24-Carat Gold Python Bag
Price: $36,000
This bag from Fendi is a python frame bag that has been dipped in 24-carat gold.

Find out what's happening in East Meadowfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Vacheron Constantin Quai de L’Ile Watch
Price: Up to $60,000
Each watch from Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin contains invisible ink, like the inks used in passports, to prevent against counterfeits. Owners can customize these luxury precision watches with up to 400 combinations.

North Pole Dogsled Expedition
Price: $51,184 (40,000 euros)
This one’s for the ultimate adventurer — an expedition from Polar Explorers starts out in Longyearbyen, Norway where helicopters take the lucky recipient to the edge of the polar ice pack. From there it’s a 14-to-18-day dog sled trip up to the North Pole. A five day training course is included.

Jean Schlumberger Bracelet
Price: $65,000
Jean Michel Schlumberger was a French jewelry designer who joined Tiffany & Co. in 1956. Jacqueline Kennedy wore so many of Schlumberger’s bracelets that the press dubbed them "Jackie bracelets.” The Jean Schlumberger signature enamel bracelet from Tiffany is made with red enamel, 18k gold and diamonds.

Ruffle Cuff Bracelet
Price: $250,000
For the real fashionista in your life, this Neil Lane cuff bracelet features 50-carat diamonds set in platinum.

Getaway Island Isla Bonita, Brazil
Price: $2.6 million
For the couple looking for a romantic getaway, Isla Bonita is a breathtaking island right off the coast of the city of Mangaratiba. Listed for sale with Private Islands, Inc. Isla Bonita has four sandy beaches, four houses and a spot to land a helicopter.

A Romantic Stay at Castle Carbonana
Price: $15.5 million (12 million euros)
Located in Gubbio, Italy, this medieval castle is believed to date back to 400 BC. It’s listed for sale by the Hurwitz-James Company and comes with full modern renovation plans, which include a helipad, pools and tennis courts.

Rent a Luxury Yacht in the Caribbean
Price: $1,200,000 plus running costs
For a really private getaway with your loved one, rent the super-yacht Amaryllis and explore the Caribbean with your own crew!

Le Chocolat Box from Simon Jewelers
Price: $1.5 million
Ready to give the ultimate box of chocolates? Le Chocolate Box designed by Simon Jewelers offers a collection of gourmet chocolates from Lake Forest Confections and jewelry from Simon Jewelers. The buyer is able to select necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets depending on the recipient’s tastes.

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?