The world's rarest diamond necklace is going to be auctioned in November. Before the auction, the necklace was put on public display. Whoever is seeing it is getting dazzled.
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When was the priceless necklace made?
This priceless necklace was made in the 18th century. Sotheby's unveiled this diamond necklace, one of its prized possessions, and was made just before the French Revolution.
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Who wore this necklace first?
The diamond necklace is thought to be linked to former French Queen Marie Antoinette. In 1937, Marjorie Paget, Marchioness of Anglesey, was photographed wearing it.
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Necklace worn at the coronation of King George VI
The Marchioness of Anglesey wore it to the coronation of King George VI, which was immortalized in a photograph by renowned photographer Cecil Beaton.
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Coronation of Elizabeth II
Later, in 1953, the Marchioness's daughter-in-law used this family heirloom at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. At that time also whoever saw this necklace kept looking at it.
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Specialty of the necklace
This rare necklace is made of 300 carat diamond. Hundreds of diamonds have been set in the necklace. The estimated value of the necklace is over $2.8 million.
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Exhibition of the necklace
This historic diamond necklace will be on display in London on 24-25 September. It will then be taken on a global tour of Hong Kong, New York, Singapore, Taipei and Dubai.
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Bidding will start from October 28
At the same time, the bidding process will start from October 25. You can bid for this necklace from the comfort of your home.