Memphis rap mogul Yo Gotti recently showed off his latest jaw-dropping purchase – a custom diamond necklace costing over $1 million – kicking off a $5 million birthday spending spree. Known for his lavish jewelry collection and extravagant birthday celebrations, Gotti started his 42nd birthday week by debuting the sparkling new chain on Instagram.
The eye-catching necklace was designed by celebrity jeweler Avi & Co. It features over 200 total carats of high quality diamonds set in platinum. Specifically, it includes 122 karats across 61 stones. Yo Gotti confirmed the diamonds range from VS1 to VVS1 grades – ensuring exceptional radiance worthy of the seven-figure price tag.
“It’s probably my biggest jewelry purchase – seven figures,” Gotti stated. “Every year I spend at least a million on my birthday, traveling the world, adding cars, copping watches – in honor of coming from nothing.”
$5 Million Birthday: Cars, Jewelry and Romance
In addition to dropping a million on the new chain, Gotti said he plans to spend around $5 million total for his 2023 birthday celebrations. Gifts and purchases so far include a brand new Tesla SUV gifted from girlfriend Angela Simmons, more custom diamond chains from jewelry shop Wafi, and hosting lavish parties with friends. Videos show Simmons and Gotti surrounded by loved ones, celebrating with tall birthday cakes.
Simmons even modeled one of the rapper’s latest chains in an Instagram video, as Gotti flaunted his growing jewelry collection. “I spent a lot with a lot jewelers but @wafijunlimited only one who showed up“, he captioned.
After confirming their relationship in January, Simmons and Gotti have been publicly displaying their happiness as a couple online. Their romance may not be a surprise to longtime fans, as Gotti manifested his admiration for Angela years ago in lyrics. He boldly announced his crush on the Run DMC icon’s daughter in his 2015 smash single “Down in the DM.”
From Pendants to Rolexes: Yo Gotti’s Million Dollar Jewelry Collection
While his latest $1 million diamond necklace tops them all in price, Gotti boasts an extensive jewelry closet full of chains, pendants, watches and more. Many fans will recall his 2-row diamond necklace with a blue and white diamond center medallion. He also owns a rainbow Rolex Presidential watch that spells out his nickname in baguette stones.
Other chains he’s often spotted in include an emerald-cut diamond cross, rose gold wheat chains, sparkling Gotti logo pendants, and heavily diamond-encrusted letter pendants customized by top jewelers. After 30 years shining in hip hop, collecting precious metals and stones is second nature for the self-proclaimed King of Memphis.
As Gotti’s music career continues thriving and his empire expands, expect even more dazzling jewels and lavish spending at birthday time. It’s clear the rap mogul loves honoring his success by copping rare diamonds and flaunting his vibrant, luxurious style.