Jackie O's treasures

The World went crazy about famous pearls these days! Two strands of Jacqueline Kennedy's faux pearls and a pair of her simulated pearl and diamond ear-clips went up for auction this Monday, just two months after the London's exposition of MM's famous pearl choker.

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Bonhams auction house was organising the sale. The jewelry was presented as a part of "Pioneers of Popular Culture" collection, and all items were sold for an astonishing US$ 24,200 for the ear-clips, US$ 14,900 for the single strand, and US$ 46,600 for the triple strand! Jackie O's iconic style with A-line dresses, clean-cut suits, and yes, pearls, continues to be so universally admired that even her costume jewelry is worth a fortune. 

The 18-inch triple strand received special attention from the buyers. It is the very same necklace that Jacqueline Kennedy was wearing while living at the White House. It incorporates champagne-colored  faux pearls and is adorned with a simulated emerald and diamond sterling silver clasp.

© Bonhams

© Bonhams

Sources: Bonhams and Los Angeles Times