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The Museum of Contemporary Art in LA will feature an exhibition of the Collection of the late Elizabeth Taylor.

The iconic actress passed away in March.

During her lifetime, the actress had amassed am amazing collection of Jewels, art and couture.

Many of these pieces are slated for auction through Christie’s, New York (December) and later in London (February).

Prior to these sales, the catalog of items may be viewed by the public via an international tour including: London, Geneva, Hong Kong and Moscow—-as well as the aforementioned premiere in LA. (be still our heart) Gotta love them caftans……

Included in the array will be the celebrated 33.19 carat diamond!!!!!!! Bling Bling….. that Richard Burton gave to Elizabeth Taylor upon one of their umpteen engagements. But even if you aren’t in the market for a bauble of that size, there are other items to be listed:

Christie’s dedicated website features some beautiful highlights.

Or splurge on an auction catalog and enjoy the entire collection in the privacy of your home, car…..post office….closet….whatever.

And if you want in on the fun of bidding, Christie’s is also offering more moderately-priced items in a special online-only auction.

Get that plastic poised! Registration for the online auction: December 3. Be there, aloha.

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Barneys New York.

Photo: Barneys NY

Okay, one can extrapolate an idea. Sort of along the lines of George Harrison’s ‘My Sweet Lord / He’s So Fine’…….but I did wonder as I spied Mark Davis’ new ’square’ earrings if he wasn’t a bit “inspired” by Sharon Khazzam’s $5640 creation as he mulled through the jewelry concession dropping off his consigned wares to vend. Granted, Mark has put a rougher spin on Sharon’s finely crafted creations but it is a tad coincidental to anyone who shops Barneys (or their website online…for….well……jewelry).

Photo: Barney’s NY

Just a thought. Of course, it is a decent living and not all of what he does as an Artist. There is a world of inspiration awaiting you Mark–ride down to Canal Street.

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Cartier on a budget?

Well, not generally synonymous, indeed it appears that the French Luxe Joaillier is attempting to whet the whistle (18K, of course) of their younger Japanese clients with a Bridge Collection.

A synopsis of the article:

Oct 01 Cartier drops prices to woo young (Japan Times)

Prestigious French jewelry brand Cartier plans to launch a new collection of luxury items in Japan in November priced much lower than its conventional high-end goods to woo new and younger customers, the company’s new president of Japanese operations said. Cartier officials said some of the watches in the new lineup will be priced between ¥200,000 to ¥300,000, whereas its conventional high-end watches cost from ¥500,000 to ¥900,000.

Japan Times has pulled this article for future review.
Or, perhaps the six items under $13,000.00 sold.

Ironically, October 1 celebrates the 100th anniversary of Cartier’s investiture into the American marketplace.

With our exchange rate as it stands, your $13,000.00 may buy you a key ring, scarf and a 1.6 oz bottle of ‘Must de Cartier’….eau de toilette.

Bonne Chance.

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