Yungblud announces line of necklaces made of his own used chewing gum

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Yungblud has announced a new range of necklaces made out of his own used chewing gum.The line was created in partnership with 5 Gum and American jeweller Greg Yuna, with proceeds going to the National Independent Venue Foundation (NIVF).

Dubbed the ‘Masterpieces’ collection, the range includes 15 necklaces that feature pieces of 5 Gum chewed by Yungblud, some of which were consumed by the singer before his live performances.In addition to the chewed gum — which Yuna encased in Lucite acrylic — the necklaces also feature white diamonds and a charm engraved with the 5 Gum logo, all threaded on a 14K white gold chain.

Fans can bid on the ‘Masterpieces’ collection now, with auctions running until October 26. Find them on eBay here.NIVF is a live performance funding agency that works to preserve independent venues, promoters and festivals – especially those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.Speaking of his jewellery in a press statement, Yungblud said Yuna’s work was “next level” and that the line will allow “fans [to] have the chance to own a little piece of history”.

He later referenced his recent ‘American As F*** Record Store Tour’ – which was sponsored by 5 Gum – saying he “couldn’t think of a better way to have celebrated the release of my album than by hitting as many cities in the US as I could”.Yungblud’s necklace line follows the release of his self-titled album, which arrived in September.