Christie’s to auction Margaret Thatcher’s jewellery on December 15

The renowned auction house Christie’s is all set to auction a collection of jewellery owned by former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Some 350 historic and personal lots will be offered across two sales by the auction house. A flagship auction will present 150 lots and take place in London at Christie’s headquarters on Tuesday 15 December, while an online-only sale comprising 200 lots will be open for bids on Thursday 3 December until 16 December. 

According to information available, the jewellery to be offered in the auctions will include an Art Deco emerald and diamond necklace by Chaumet, which is estimated to sell for between £120,000 to £180,000. 

Another attraction at the auctions is going to be a George III diamond flower brooch circa 1800 – worn by Thatcher in her official portrait which hangs at 10 Downing Street – is predicted to fetch between £8,000 and £10,000. The sale also includes a two-row cultured pearl necklace, composed of 66 and 69 cultured pearls, with estimates between £1,000 and £1,500.