Europe's most expensive Christmas tree, made entirely of gold coins and valued at over €5.2 million, is dazzling visitors at Munich’s Goldhaus.
The tree, composed of 2,024 Vienna Philharmonic gold coins, features a 20-ounce coin as its crowning star, symbolizing luxury and the enduring value of gold.
Benjamin Summa, spokesperson for Pro Aurum, described the display as a celebration of the season and a testament to gold’s significance as a secure investment. With geopolitical tensions and soaring demand from central banks and investors, gold prices have reached new heights, adding to the tree's extraordinary allure.
While the coins are available for purchase, the stunning tree itself remains priceless, drawing crowds eager to witness this opulent holiday spectacle.
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