Lee Jung-hoo's Van Cleef Necklace Trend

Lee Jung-hoo's four-leaf clover-shaped necklace, worn during the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) game against the Czech Republic, has garnered attention from Japanese baseball fans. The necklace is believed to be from the French high-end jewelry brand Van Cleef & Arpels and is known to be expensive, costing approximately 1.55 million yen (about 14.5 million won). It is speculated that four-leaf clover necklaces are currently trending among MLB players as a "​symbol of good luck."

In the game that day, Korea defeated the Czech Republic 11-4, securing their first victory in the WBC group stage. This marks their first opening game win in the group stage in 17 years, since 2009.

The necklace worn by Lee Jung-hoo is Van Cleef & Arpels' 'Vintage Alhambra Onyx 10 Motifs', featuring a design with 18k yellow gold and ten black onyx stones connected together. This product, primarily worn by women, is sold in Korea for approximately 15.5 million won, and its price was recently increased.

Japanese netizens reacted to Lee Jung-hoo's fashion with comments such as, "A refreshing shock to see a man can wear this too," and "I was surprised seeing Lee Jung-hoo's necklace while watching the baseball game." Other MLB players, including Miguel Rojas of the LA Dodgers and Junior Caminero of the Tampa Bay Rays, are also known to wear this necklace, considering it a lucky charm.

Lee Jung-hoo has high recognition in Japan due to his father, former coach Lee Jong-beom, and this tournament has once again proven his unrivaled star power, becoming a topic of discussion not only for his skills but also for his style.