The Fiber of Gods: A Vicuña Masterpiece
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The first question that inevitably arises about this extraordinary piece is "how much?" followed closely by "for whom?" Let me address these natural curiosities upfront: This masterpiece commands approximately $40,000, crafted for a distinguished long-term Vicegerent client who prefers discretion.
One might suggest that such an investment could be directed toward fine timepieces or traditional artwork. However, this garment transcends mere clothing – it is both wearable art and a tangible investment. The value of Vicuña fabric historically appreciates, and when combined with timeless craftsmanship, it creates an heirloom worthy of generational passage.
When I founded this business, Vicuña was merely a legendary name, glimpsed in articles about "the world's most expensive coat." Like any ambitious artisan, I dreamed of one day crafting such a piece. My initial attempts to even obtain fabric samples for the studio were met with gentle refusal. You see, the prestigious mills and distributors who source these precious materials are selective about their partnerships.
Today, that dream has materialized.
The Incas' reverence for this fabric, which they called "the fiber of the gods," is immediately apparent in its otherworldly softness, thermal properties, and ethereal drape. The Vicuña, a camelid dwelling in the high Andes, yields just 500 grams of fiber every two years, of which only half is suitable for weaving. To put this in perspective: this coat contains roughly 1,500 grams of this precious material.
The technical magnificence of Vicuña fiber is remarkable. Each strand is twice as fine as sheep's wool – though technically, it isn't classified as wool, which is a term reserved for sheep, lamb, or goat fibers. In the textile world, fineness is measured in microns, and Vicuña's extraordinary range of 8-12 microns places it among the finest commercially available fabrics in existence.
There is something profoundly moving about working with nature's finest materials. It instills a spirit that can be felt in every fiber, every stitch.
Vicegerent stands among an elite few ateliers worldwide offering pure Vicuña garments. This coat represents the pinnacle of our craft – an extraordinary fusion of natural rarity and human artistry. For those interested in acquiring such an heirloom piece, we welcome your inquiry.