A cultured pearl and diamond bracelet owned by Princess Margaret since her 18th birthday sold for £320,0000 at Dix Noonan & Webb.
An Art Deco aquamarine cocktail ring by Cartier £20,000.
It is difficult to replicate the occasion of a royal themed auction. Ergo not everything that resurfaces on the market from the fabled ‘Princess Margaret’ sale at Christie’s in June 2006 shows a great appreciation in value. However, proving that the saleroom lightning can strike twice, a cultured pearl and diamond bracelet sold 15 years ago for £60,000 (£72,000 including 20% premium) sold for a mighty £320,0000 at Dix Noonan & Webb (24% buyer’s premium) on September 14.