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Sotheby's catalog from the auction of The Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor which took place on 2 and 3 April 1987 in Geneva, Switzerland. Wallis Simpson gained notoriety after marrying former King Edward VIII after he absconded the throne. Nice photos and details of every gem auctioned from her estate. Book measures 8.5'' x 11'' and runs 306pp. Original dustjacket depicts the Duchess posing to cover. Previous owner has written his name to inside of front cover, else near fine.
Original Hardcover Sotheby's Catalog -- From the 1987 Auction of the Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor
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