Durk Derrick Banks, known professionally as Lil Durk, is an American hip-hop artist and rapper hailing from Chicago. His musical journey began in 2013 with the release of mixtapes that garnered recognition and a substantial following in the hip-hop community. Lil Durk’s success extends to the present day, thanks in part to his collective and record label, Only the Family (OTF).
Beyond his accomplishments in the hip-hop world, Lil Durk’s jewelry collection is a testament to his success and fame. In this third edition of GQ On The Rocks, Lil Durk graciously takes us through his stunning jewelry pieces.
Custom Pendants
OTF Pendant: This pendant pays homage to his record label, Only the Family. It’s a custom-made piece in yellow gold adorned with round-cut diamonds, crafted by Shine and Jewels, and costs $25,000.
“Durkio Krazy” Pendant: As a nod to his nickname, “Durkio,” and his self-proclaimed “craziness,” Lil Durk had this pendant custom-designed. This shiny yellow gold pendant is adorned with white diamonds and is accompanied by a 15-pointer chain from a New York-based jeweler, with a price tag of $35,000.
Cuban Link Chains
Lil Durk owns an impressive 705-gram Cuban link chain from a New York-based jeweler, valued at around $85,000. The chains are embellished with white diamonds, and the clasp has been uniquely crafted. He mentions that the inspiration for the chunky Cuban choker came from another American rapper, Ralo. Lil Durk adjusts how he wears these chains based on his outfit, sometimes stacking them and other times layering them with other chains.
Rings
“300” Rings: Priced at approximately $23,000, these customized rings feature the number “300” and are designed to be worn on three fingers.
Cuban Link Ring: This classic Cuban link ring, with each link adorned with small-cut diamonds, costs $6,500.
2 Sets of 3-Ring Wedding Rings: Lil Durk possesses two sets of 3-ring wedding rings, one valued at $6,500 and the other at $6,700. These are essentially three slim wedding-style rings stacked together to create a single ring.
Diamond-Covered Ring: Another stunning piece is a yellow gold ring adorned with diamonds, priced at approximately $6,700.
Lil Durk’s extensive collection also includes a series of three Cuban link bracelets, with prices ranging from $13,000 to $15,000. He elegantly stacks them from the largest to the smallest piece.
In the watch department, Lil Durk proudly displays a $95,000 timepiece.
Additionally, he showcases his bust-down fang grill, which is a first for him.
Aside from his current collection, Lil Durk humorously recounts his “lost collection,” detailing the jewelry pieces that have gone missing, including a 15-pointer choker lost by his sister, a 2-roll ring given by Young Thug on his birthday, which was left in an Uber, and a tennis bracelet valued at around $17,000. He takes responsibility for these losses and jokingly responds to his management’s frustration with, “I’ll just go get it again.”
When asked about his future plans for his collection, Lil Durk expresses his desire to acquire another Cuban link chain to stack on top of the existing one. He also envisions adding more creative pendants to his ever-growing collection.
This GQ On The Rocks episode with Lil Durk offers a lighthearted and enjoyable glimpse into his world. Lil Durk’s playful demeanor and his anecdotes about his lost jewelry pieces add a touch of humor. Meanwhile, his jewelry collection is a testament to his success and an ever-evolving symbol of his achievements. As he continues to make music, he plans to expand his collection.