Did Elizabeth Taylor Own the Prince of Wales brooch?

Elizabeth Taylor’s extensive collection of jewellery was legendary, and she was known for her love of exquisite and rare pieces. One notable piece in her collection was the Prince of Wales brooch.

The Prince of Wales brooch is an iconic piece of jewellery that was originally made for Edward VII, the Prince of Wales, in the early 20th century.

Following the death of Wallis, Duchess of Windsor,  Elizabeth Taylor purchased the Prince of Wales brooch at a Sotheby’s auction for more than $623,000. The Duke and Duchess were friends of Elizabeth and Richard Burton, and she frequently admired the brooch during her visits.

Elizabeth intended to bid on the brooch when it went up for auction for sentimental reasons because Richard Burton was born in Wales. The brooch is said to be the first significant piece of jewellery she ever purchased for herself.

Following Elizabeth’s death in 2011, the Prince of Wales brooch was resold at Christie’s auction of Taylor’s jewellery collection for $1,314,500.

Her other jewellery which included significant pieces such as the famous Taylor-Burton Diamond, La Peregrina Pearl, and the Krupp Diamond, among others sold for a record-breaking sum of $156.8 million,  and the clothes and accessories for a further $5.5 million.