The Cartier Diamond That Almost Went to Jacqueline Onassis
In 1969, Cartier bought a 69.42-carat diamond at auction for $1.05 million. The press speculated it would go to Jackie Onassis. It went to Richard Burton — for Elizabeth Taylor.
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Cartier New York was where Pierre, the middle of the three brothers, built his career and made his home. Pierre acquired the Fifth Avenue mansion from Morton Plant in one of history's most celebrated property deals. From there the branch grew into the Cartier outpost closest to Hollywood, to American society, and to the great collectors of the twentieth century. These posts explore pieces, clients, and episodes from the New York branch.
In 1969, Cartier bought a 69.42-carat diamond at auction for $1.05 million. The press speculated it would go to Jackie Onassis. It went to Richard Burton — for Elizabeth Taylor.
Read more →Another fabulous Cartier jewel spotted in Washington — a 4-stranded natural pearl necklace made for Marjorie Merriweather Post in 1936, with the most jaw-dropping diamond back.
Read more →From the moment I met the legendary Cartier designer Alfred Durante, he welcomed me like family.
Read more →(Read The Cartier Diamond Part I first) After Kenmore won the newly named 69.42ct Cartierdiamond, Richard Burton, the underbidder, was furious.
Read more →Quite a few records broken at auction recently, which reminded me of a great auction story: the 1969 battle between #RichardBurton and #RobertKenmore ...
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