Wallis Simpson's Jewelry Collection Went on Sale in 1987 - People…
On April 3, 1987, those jewels made history, going under the hammer at Sotheby’s in Geneva, fetching over $50 million — a world record for a single-owner jewelry collection and six times the...
The Duchess of Windsor Collection - For the Love of Wallis
Among the Duchess of Windsor Collection of jewelry gifts, Edward lavished on Wallis Simpson was the signature 'Great Cats' commissioned from the House of Cartier. It was the famous Panther Bracelet that enjoyed pride of place among Wallis Simpson's Big Cat Jewelry Collection.
The Duchess of Windsor’s Jewels | The Enchanted Manor
Jun 19, 2016 · The clasp of the necklace is bears the inscription, “My Wallis from her David” and dated June 19, 1936. Later, Wallis had the necklace redesigned by Rene-Sim Lacaze of Van Cleef & Arpels to incorporate the original rubies and diamonds plus the addition of a …
Exploring Wallis Simpson's Iconic Jewelry Collection
Wallis Simpson, known as the Duchess of Windsor, gained notoriety not only for her controversial romance with King Edward VIII but also for her impeccable taste in fashion and jewelry. Revered for her iconic style and sophisticated glamour, Simpson's jewelry collection continues to …
A look at Wallis Simpson's 'disgraced' jewellery - Express.co.uk
Nov 14, 2021 · WALLIS SIMPSON was the wife of the disgraced King Edward VIII who abdicated from the throne in order to marry his twice-divorced, American socialite lover. Wallis Simpson owned an...
The Duchess of Windsor - Her jewels - History of Royal Women
Apr 2, 2021 · Wallis’s collection had many emeralds, including a massive diamond and emerald necklace with the emeralds in a pearl shape and surrounded by smaller diamonds. She also had a smaller square emerald and diamond bracelet and brooch that …
The other crown jewels: the Wallis Simpson collection - Financial Times
Jun 23, 2020 · Much of Wallis’s jewellery was reputed to contain gemstones with regal provenance. Her engagement ring, another emerald, weighing in at 19.77ct, was cut from a stone once worn by a Mughal...
The Duchess of Windsor’s Cartier panther bracelet. - Diamonds …
Mar 13, 2013 · Edward, Duke of Windsor and almost-King of England, did a really good job of proving that he loved Wallis Simpson. Sure, it was no small thing when he abdicated the throne for her. But what really impresses me is the fact that he bought her some of the most amazing jewelry the world has ever seen, much of it specially commissioned.
The Public Appearances of Wallis Simpson's Cartier Cross Bracelet …
Jun 25, 2013 · In the above photo, taken on that sunny day in June, Wallis wears Mainbocher--a crepe dress in soft gray-blue (known forever after as "Wallis Blue"), a large flower brooch, diminutive earrings, and two bracelets, one of which is the famed Cartier cross brooch.
Duchess of Windsor Wallis Simpson's jewels on display at …
Sep 24, 2010 · A £3 million collection of jewellery once owned by Wallis Simpson went on display today ahead of its auction. The pieces chronicle Mrs Simpson's scandalous affair with Edward VIII that...