Ambani family is famed for possessing lavish stuff and pictures of Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani, wife of Mukesh Ambani, the largest shareholder of Reliance Industries Limited, is going viral on social media for owning 200-diamond-encrusted Hermès Himalaya Birkin bag, worth over Rs 2.6 crore.

In the images posted on social media, Nita Ambani is seen wearing a white ensemble and carrying the Hermès Himalaya Birkin Bag. Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Karisma Kapoor are also seen in the photograph.

According to christies.com, Hermès Himalaya Birkin Bag, named after the actor and singer Jane Birkin, is considered the 'Holy Grail in a Handbag' collection. On its 18-karat-gold hardware, the bag has more than 240 diamonds.

 

 

 

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Wonderful afternoon #londondiaries

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Back in 2017, the white Himalaya crocodile diamond style bag fetched $379,261 at auction with Christie's. With the deal, it turned out to be the most expensive bag ever sold, it was claimed. The auction house had given the description of the bag as "an exceptional, matte white Himalaya Niloticus crocodile diamond Birkin".

 

 

 

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Wishing everyone a Happy Mother’s Day with the Hermès Himalayan Birkin, often regarded as the most desirable handbag in existence. Named after the gradation that resembles the majestic snow-capped Himalayas, this Niloticus Crocodile and diamond edition is a highlight of our upcoming sale in Hong Kong beginning 29 May.

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According to christies.com, the Himalaya Birkin is crafted from Nile crocodile hide. The reference to Himalaya does not apply to the origin of the bag, but to the gradation of the color. Birkin bags are far-famed for their celebrity owners and price tags.

By Sowmya Sangam