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June is the month to celebrate pearls—and today we’ve got the fascinating story of the 1969 sale of one of the most famous pearls of all.
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June is the month to celebrate pearls—and today we’ve got the fascinating story of the 1969 sale of one of the most famous pearls of all.
We’re back in Cannes for a third day this week, marveling at an incredible brooch moment brought to us by the actress Viola Davis.
All month long, I’ve been sharing thrilling stories of tiaras and jewels that witnessed some truly chilling events, from shipwrecks and robberies to crashes and royal wedding disasters. Today, I’ve got a recap of the stories we’ve enjoyed so far, plus a few other tales to send Halloween chills down your spines!