Sold for:
$25,600
$25,600
A sterling silver compact given to Marilyn Monroe by The Jewelry Academy. A square cosmetic compact with two-tone geometric lid bearing a medallion that reads “Jewelry Academy Award 1952.” Inscribed on underside “To Marilyn Monroe/ The best friend a diamond ever had/ The Jewelry Academy/ Sidney M Brownstein/ President.” Interior contains a mirror, powder makeup and a poof labeled “Elgin American.” Accompanied by the original lot card from the 1999 Christie's auction. 2 3/4 by 2 3/4 inches PROVENANCE Lot 317, "The Personal Property of Marilyn Monroe," Christie's, New York, Sale number 9216, October 27 & 28, 1999 Categories: Marilyn Monroe
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2015-06-26
