“WOAH!!”: Swiss Luxury Brand’s Latest Creation Worth $422K Left Swimming Legend Michael Phelps Awestruck
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Along with receiving numerous corporate endorsements, Michael Phelps has an astounding net worth. From brands like Louis Vuitton to Subway, he only took the deals with his interest. One of them is Omega, a maker of luxury watches from Switzerland.
Phelps and Omega have been working together since 2004. In addition, his collection of Omega watches, which he picked from the auctions, is precious. Recently, as the company launched another piece for its collection, Phelps was seen gushing over it.
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Michael Phelps stunned by Omega’s diamond-like finish
As the social media handle of Omega shared the picture of the piece, Michael shared it on his Instagram story. Along with this, he also wrote, “Woah.” Phelps’ reaction to the watch shows a watch with the functionality of the Omega Speedmaster Chrono Chime that has never existed before.
The Speedmaster Chrono Chime in 18k Sedna gold price stands at 4, 22,191.98 USD. Fewer people know that Omega’s Atelier excellence can also create costly timepieces, such as a tourbillon. And the most recent watch in this industry is just astounding.
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Meanwhile, the 18k Sedna collection is one of the most intricate watches that Omega has ever produced. The collection has two gorgeous new watches, including a solid gold Speedmaster, and boasts a mechanism that chimes the chronograph’s elapsed time. Interestingly, very few people know that one of the brilliant watches from Michael’s watch collection was dedicated to him.
Omega dedicating a watch to Michael’s legacy
Phelps bought a limited-edition Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean from Omega’s auction. The clock was created by Omega as a tribute to the illustrious swimmer.
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In 2018, Omega, a Swiss luxury watchmaker, honored Phelps’ legacy by releasing the Seamaster Planet Ocean “Michael Phelps” watch. Michael has attended many Omega gatherings over the years as the guest of honor.
However, Omega only produced 280 of the timepieces to respect Phelps as a unique species. Although the watch is currently out of stock, it can still be purchased through an auction.
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Today, the watch sells for around $15,000, a hefty sum. But the reputation and heritage it carries make up for the cost. Omega giving Phelps a heartfelt tribute is known to be one of the best things for an athlete who rose to fame after much struggle.
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Simar Singh Wadhwa