Historic Diamond Necklace with Royal Ties Sells for $4.8 Million

The 18th-century jewel, possibly linked to Marie Antoinette, was auctioned at Sotheby's Geneva, exceeding expectations.

The necklace, featuring 300 carats of diamonds, was sold to a phone bidder in an intense seven-minute auction.
Originally part of the Marquess of Anglesey's collection, it was worn at the coronations of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II.
Some experts speculate the diamonds may originate from the infamous Affair of the Diamond Necklace, a scandal involving Marie Antoinette.
The piece was last seen publicly 50 years ago and is believed to include diamonds from the Golconda mines in India.
Despite its mysterious past, the necklace's connection to Marie Antoinette remains unconfirmed, adding to its allure and historical intrigue.