Infinity (Gems) Debuts at Comic-Con with Estimated $25 Million

The San Diego Comic-Con convention center is filled with rare collectibles big and small, but so far none have reached the level of this year’s record.

The Infinity Gems Collection is a partnership between Marvel and East Continental Gems and features six gems designed to represent the real-life Infinity Gems central to the Infinity Saga of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And while the Infinity Stones, which are connected to various aspects of the universe and can alter reality, can never be valued, the Infinity Collection has an estimated total value of over $25 million.

The idea for the ultra rare collection came from Adam Mirzoeff, president of East Continental Gems, who observed Avengers: Endgame With my kids and in the gem business, I naturally gravitated towards gemstones that play a huge role in superhero movies. “When I saw the Time Stone on screen and how important it is to the entire narrative of the Marvel Universe, it was really important for me to see it with my kids,” says Mirzoef. the hollywood reporter. So he thought, “Does Marvel have an actual Infinity Stones game? Finding that not, Mirzoef decided to create the real-world Infinity Stones the best way he knew how.

Mirzoef obtained real gems that represented each of the stones known in Marvel lore as the stones of time, space, reality, mind, strength and soul. He explains: “I had to look at my vault and our collection and think, ‘Which stone deserves the title?'” Color was the first consideration, followed by the rarity and quality of the stones. Together, the six stones weigh 150 carats.

As for Marvel, Paul Guiter, senior vice president of consumer products, said in a statement that the collection is “cool and unexpected and extends the Marvel brand”, adding, “Fans and collectors are a very important customer for Marvel.” really live the Marvel Life. Every day and always trying to connect with the brand in new and unique ways.”

The collection debuted at Marvel’s booth at Comic-Con. Mirzoef says, “I know it will exceed my expectations, but I hope it gives the fans the same feeling.” Debuting on Friday afternoon, the gems will be housed in a custom-made Infinity Gauntlet, similar to the one Thanos wears in the movies. Gentle Giant, a maker of high quality collectible toys and consumer products, designed the glove for the collection. “We feel that the way people recognize these gems for what they are is by being with their iconic owner,” says Mirzoeff.

As for the jewelry’s post-Comic-Con future, Mirzoeff says “Everything is on the table.” This includes the possibility of selling them to a private collector: “In this case, we want to ensure that it reaches an exclusive collector who can appreciate and understand this work of art.” Gems are removed from the Infinity Gauntlet, so if a collector wants to buy a collection of Infinity Gems, they can display them however they want.

When asked if he tried using the Infinity Gauntlet, studded with its millions of Infinity Stones, Mirzoef laughs, “I’m not worthy.”

See images of all six infinity stones below.