Kim Kardashian Bought The Famous Princess Diana Amethyst Cross Pendant At Sotheby's Auction

The jewelry collection of Kim Kardashian has recently become much more regal. The 42-year-old SKIMS billionaire bought the famous Princess Diana Attallah cross pendant, studded with diamonds and made of amethyst, on Wednesday at Sotheby's annual Royal & Noble auction. Furthermore, the Kardashians star placed a bid on the item, which has square-cut amethysts accented by circular-cut diamonds weighing in at 5.25 carats and eventually won it for $197,453 within the last five minutes. According to Sotheby's, this was "double its pre-auction estimate." [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1500"] Image credit: People.com[/caption] Sotheby London's Head of Jewelry, Kristian Spofforth, said in a statement: "This is a bold piece of jewelry by its size, color, and style which cannot fail to make a vibrant statement, whether it be of faith or fashion — or indeed both. We are delighted that this piece has found a new lease of life within the hands of another globally famous name." According to sources who spoke to PEOPLE, Kim is proud to hold a priceless object that was formerly worn by the late princess. She will include the lovely cross pendant in her expanding collection of accessories that were once worn or belonged to strong, famous women who served as an inspiration to Kim. Also read: Jenna Ortega Looked Stunning In A Backless Hooded Gown At Paris Fashion Week

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The late Princess of Wales wore the pendant several times, the most significant one being Birthright's 1987 London charity gala, which benefited the group's humanitarian work for women and girls going through pregnancy and childbirth. In addition, she accessorized her royal purple Victorian velvet dress by Catherine Walker with the jeweled pendant with flower details and a long pearl chain. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="2522"] Image credit: Vanity Fair[/caption] Moreover, a news release from Sotheby's stated that the ornament has a long history dating back to court jeweler Garrard, who created the unique necklace in the 1920s. Later, in the 1980s, it was purchased by the late Naim Attallah CBE, the former group chief executive of Asprey & Garrard who frequently lent Princess Diana the unique jewel. The cross, according to Sotheby's statement, was only ever worn by the Princess, and it hasn't been seen in public since her death until now. On another note, Kim Kardashian has previously attracted attention for rewearing pop culture artifacts. She made headlines last May when she appeared at the 2022 Met Gala wearing the exact same crystal-encrusted Jean Louis gown that Marilyn Monroe wore when she serenaded then-president John F. Kennedy on his birthday in 1962.