Planning to snap up a highly-valued piece of artwork to add to your private collection? Then you may consider any of these ten most expensive paintings in the world! 1. When-Will-You-Marry Paul Gauguin’s 1892 oil masterpiece of two Tahitian ladies shattered previous records of being the most expensive single artwork ever sold. … Read more
Diamonds are one of the most prized gemstones in the world and it could fetch hundreds and millions of dollars! Durable and dazzling, it also has interesting facts and stories that will amaze you more! 1. The name Diamond The word comes from “adamas,” a Greek word which means “unconquerable,” “indestructible,” or … Read more
Food is one of the luxuries of life, especially these rich, decadent, comforting foods. But the following food and beverage items here — and their prices — are perhaps going way too far! Have you heard of a dessert garnished with a thin edible gold leaf? If you haven’t, then check them … Read more
So what makes a country wealthy? There are several factors, including low levels of corruption, the absence of red tape, low corporate taxes, well-educated citizens, highly-skilled workforce and the low unemployment rate, military stability, law and order, excellent infrastructure and communications, and a lot of other things. A wealth of natural resources … Read more
For security reasons, a lot of high-profile celebrities, prominent businessmen as well as world leaders would hire a bodyguard or two, or sometimes even a team of them as long as they can afford! Here are some of the fascinating facts about bodyguards: On April 14, 1865 — the night when President … Read more
Gold is probably the most valued precious metal on the planet because of its distinctive properties such as its unique yellow color, luster, and malleability. Interestingly, gold is the only metal that is found on every continent of the earth. It has a lot of uses from jewelry to electricity and trade. … Read more
While most palaces are utterly beautiful, there are some which are particularly exquisite as well as rich in history that each of them stands as being unique from the others. Here are some of the finest and most beautiful palaces in the world! India is a country known for their richly-decorated palaces, … Read more
The Rothschild family is believed to have become the wealthiest family on earth — and also one of the most powerful and influential clans. The Rothschild banking dynasty originated from its founder and the family’s ancestor, Mayer Amschel Rothschild (1744-1812). The son of a Jewish money changer and silk cloth trader Amschel … Read more