The Knicks celebrated their first NBA title in 53 years at the home opener against the 76ers, and the rings they handed out might be the most detailed championship jewelry ever made. Jason of Beverly Hills designed them in white gold with nearly 800 diamonds and blue sapphires totaling 22 carats, but the showstopper is a twist mechanism that lifts to reveal a miniature replica of Madison Square Garden’s exterior and lower bowl. A whole arena, hidden inside a ring.
Every detail carries meaning. Player jersey numbers are worked into the design, a 0.16-carat diamond commemorates the 16-point comeback in Game 5, and 16 emerald-cut diamonds mark the postseason wins. The shank is engraved with“Knicks in five”and“10 weeks,”nods to the discipline behind a run that included 13 straight playoff victories, OG Anunoby’s Game 4 tip-in, and Jalen Brunson’s 45-point clincher over the Spurs. Jeweler Jason Arasheben said the ring tells a story that is distinctly New York Knicks.
If you want one for yourself, the limited-edition fan ring is priced at $20,000, while collection pieces range from $299 to $15,995. Would you drop $20K on the fan edition, or is that money better spent on, say, season tickets? Tell us in the comments.
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