- Regular value increased: $3,000,000 → $3,500,000.
- Duped value increased: $2,500,000 → $3,000,000.
Value Change Explanation:
The item Snowflake in the Jailbreak Trading Expansion saw its value climb to 3,500,000 cash following a community poll because market sentiment among veteran traders shifted in recognition of its enduring rarity and mid‑term trading stability. Initially priced at 3,000,000 with a duped reference of 2,500,000, Snowflake had long been considered a quiet collector’s piece rather than a high‑movement trading asset, largely due to its event‑exclusive origin from the May–June 2017 availability window. However, several interrelated factors within the Jailbreak Trading Network prompted renewed interest: first, discussion threads during and after the poll emphasized how few authentic copies remain in circulation compared to the broader rim market, with recent distribution data confirming only 96 active copies verified over the last month, a strikingly low volume for a legacy event rim. This scarcity reinforced buyer confidence that its relative security against further duplication issues makes it a desirable long‑term hold despite a modest demand rating of 2.09 out of 10. Second, the increase in trades recorded—201 in a single month—signaled that traders were rotating lower‑tier collectibles into rarer event‑exclusive items to hedge against volatility seen in newer Season Pass rewards. That behavioral shift drew attention to Snowflake’s fixed supply, making it more attractive to both speculative investors and long‑time collectors seeking stable value growth rather than quick turnover. Additionally, updates across the Jailbreak Trading Island community highlighted recent aesthetic comparisons between Snowflake and newer high‑gloss rims, which reinforced the classic appeal and nostalgic status of the original 2017 design. This combination of tightening availability, increased visibility in trading activity, and nostalgic value perception led many participants in the poll to advocate for a recalibrated figure reflecting its growing strategic relevance in trade negotiations. The general consensus developed that while direct demand was not soaring, the perceived long‑term protection from devaluation justified marking it up to align with other top‑tier legacy rims. As a result, the poll outcome reflected collective trader confidence in Snowflake’s rarity‑driven resilience, pushing its established market value upward by 500,000 to the current standing at 3,500,000 cash within the Jailbreak Trading ecosystem.
Additional Item Information:
The Snowflake is a classic and highly recognizable rim within the Jailbreak Trading Expansion, originally obtainable only during a brief event window between May and June of 2017, marking it as one of the earliest special event cosmetics in the game’s history. Visually, the Snowflake rim features an elegant frozen aesthetic resembling a crystalline snowflake pattern with a clean, icy blue finish that catches ambient lighting in a distinctive way when attached to vehicles, giving them a frosty, sleek, and winter-themed appearance that remains iconic years after its release. Its polished metallic textures and symmetrical six-point design convey a sense of precision and rarity, making it stand out from more recent cosmetic designs. The rim was initially awarded through an in-game event celebrating the winter transition and quickly became a collector’s favorite due to its short availability window, meaning it could only be earned for roughly one month before being permanently retired. It has never been rereleased, and as a result, Snowflake now exists exclusively through the trading system at Trading Island, where its limited population—96 copies known in circulation—remains tightly held by dedicated collectors. With a Collector Rarity Score of 257 and a current demand rating of 2.09, categorized as low, the rim’s rarity heavily outweighs its active demand; however, true enthusiasts and completionists within the Jailbreak Trading Network still pursue it as a piece of history rather than for trading flexibility or profit potential. Its estimated market valuation sits at approximately 3,500,000 Jailbreak cash, reflecting its scarcity rather than its popularity in active rotation. From a design and inspiration standpoint, the Snowflake likely drew influence from classic winter motifs and the annual holiday aesthetic used in many vehicle-based games, appealing to players who value nostalgia and original-era design language. Since its release, the Snowflake rim has seen no direct performance-affecting changes, as rims in Jailbreak are cosmetic-only, but its size and reflective surface interact nicely with the lighting engine updates introduced in later graphical overhauls, subtly enhancing its shimmer during night cycles or under dynamic lights. No balancing or stat adjustments have ever been necessary because it does not influence vehicle speed or handling. Over time, as Jailbreak’s visual systems evolved, the rim’s texture fidelity improved with higher-quality shading and reflection updates, unintentionally making older items like Snowflake look more polished than during their initial debut. The community’s perception of the Snowflake has shifted from a sought-after event prize in 2017 to a coveted legacy collectible today, symbolizing early player status and long-term dedication to Jailbreak’s evolving ecosystem. While its low trade activity—only 201 recorded trades—reflects limited supply mobility, the rim remains an emblematic token of the game’s formative years and is often showcased by veterans as a heritage piece. In community hubs and trading circles, the Snowflake stands as a reminder of the original event-based reward structure before seasonal systems and complex limited tiers became the norm. Trivia surrounding this rim includes the fact that many early players who obtained it did not realize its future exclusivity, leading to a smaller surviving stock as some accounts became inactive, further cementing its rarity today. Within the Jailbreak Trading expansion, the Snowflake serves less as a utility item and more as a silent badge of authenticity and historical prestige, forever tied to the earliest chapter of Jailbreak’s customization era.
Voting Summary:
- Total Participants: 8 members.
- All Votes Counted: 14 votes tallied.
- Market Regulators: 3 regulators.
Community Poll Votes Breakdown:
- Increase Value by $1,500,000: 0 votes.
- Increase Value by $1,250,000: 0 votes.
- Increase Value by $1,000,000: 0 votes.
- Increase Value by $750,000: 0 votes.
- Increase Value by $500,000: 12 votes.
- Increase Value by $250,000: 0 votes.
- Keep Item's Value Unchanged: 2 votes.
- Decrease Value by $250,000: 0 votes.
- Decrease Value by $500,000: 0 votes.
- Decrease Value by $750,000: 0 votes.
- Decrease Value by $1,000,000: 0 votes.
- Decrease Value by $1,250,000: 0 votes.
- Decrease Value by $1,500,000: 0 votes.
Community Poll Participants:
- User ID 1052307025079574528 voted (🌟 3x): Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 1131450685939003503 voted (🌟 3x): Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 1393105931914444970 voted (🌟 3x): Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 616804150113730584 voted: Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 1270033739782684676 voted: Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 1330293292847464552 voted: Increase by $500,000.
- User ID 1030856995873509437 voted: Keep Current Value.
- User ID 1366041145330765937 voted: Keep Current Value.
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Miscellaneous Information:
- Priority multipliers increase the weight of votes in the final tally.
- Explanations are AI-generated using real-time search engine results.
- Certain participants are regulators who maintain market integrity.
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