on April 27, 2019, 5:47 pm, in reply to "Jane Wrightsman. Collector of fine jewels"
The emerald rosary and Princess Marina’s bow brooch are among my favourite jewels ever. Previous Message
The philanthropist, art and jewellery connoisseur died, aged 99, on 20 April.
https://nypost.com/2019/04/24/how-jayne-wrightsman-transformed-herself-into-a-legendary-socialite/
https://www.townandcountrymag.com/style/jewelry-and-watches/a27259640/jayne-wrightsman-jewelry-collection/
Some of her famous collection was auctioned by Sotheby's in 2012
http://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/2012/magnificent-jewels-from-the-collection-of-mrs-charles-wrightsman-n08925.html
I wonder if more of her jewels will come on the market or if she has left them to family and friends?
It would be very interesting to see what other significant jewels she had.
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