10.03.2007

Anita Delgado's Jewels to be auctioned


Anita Delgado's jewels are to be auctioned in London, auction house Christie's said Monday.

Anita Delgado was the fifth wife of a wealthy Indian maharaja

The eight pieces of jewelery, described by Christie's as consisting predominantly of art deco pieces, will be sold on December 12 and are expected to fetch more than 200,000 pounds (287,000 euros, 408,000 dollars).

The auctioneers estimated that a single emerald, diamond and rock crystal necklace will on its own draw bids up to 100,000 pounds.

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