How Much Ozzy Osbourne Paid for the Cross Necklace YUNGBLUD Wore During MTV VMAs Tribute

Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, along with English vocalist YUNGBLUD, rocked the MTV Video Music Awards with an unforgettable tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne.

On Sept. 7, the rock icons and the British singer lit up the 2025 VMAs at Long Island’s UBS Arena with an emotional tribute for the Black Sabbath frontman, who died on July 22.

For the performance, YUNGBLUD donned a cross necklace that was given to him by Osbourne. Now, the jewelry and diamond experts at the U.K. retailer Steven Stone are sharing the story behind the necklace they estimate to be worth $10,000.

Zach Stone told Showbiz Cheat Sheet: “In 2022, while filming the music video for ‘The Funeral,’ Ozzy Osbourne presented YUNGBLUD with a cross necklace, saying, ‘I hope this brings you luck.’ YUNGBLUD has since called it the most precious thing that he owns.

“The necklace, crafted from yellow gold, features a bold, stylised cross with flared ends and sparkling diamond inlays running along both the vertical and horizontal bars. It hangs from a substantial chain of thick, rounded curb-style links, giving the piece a weighty, striking presence.”

The expert added, “Crosses were a defining motif throughout Ozzy’s life and career — he was rarely seen without one. By passing this necklace on to YUNGBLUD, the gift became more than jewellery: it symbolized protection, mentorship, and the passing of a personal legacy.”