Germany has taken festive extravagance to new heights with the unveiling of the world’s most expensive Christmas tree.

Standing 10 feet tall, this solid gold monster is worth an eye-watering £4 million.

Created by Munich bullion dealers Pro Aurum, the gold-plated colossus is made from 2,024 gold Vienna Philharmonic coins selected to mark the year.

Weighing more than 60 kg, it is crowned with a 24 carat gold coin instead of a traditional star or angel.

Benjamin Summa, publisher of Pro Aurum, praised the design: “The gold Christmas tree captures this timeless meaning of the precious metal in a captivating way.”

But while the company celebrates its glittering achievement, others call the display tone deaf in an era of rising living costs for many.

And the tree doesn’t sell until someone has an idea.

Pro Aurum said it intended to showcase gold’s enduring value rather than invite prospective buyers.

This isn’t the first time a Christmas tree has sparked controversy or mistrust.