Summary
A Cartier-made turquoise and diamond tiara, once owned by Nancy Astor, is set to be auctioned by Bonhams in London and could sell for over £250,000. Nancy Astor was notable for being the first woman to take a seat in the UK House of Commons, and she wore the tiara to a film premiere in 1931.
Key Facts
- The tiara was owned by Nancy Astor, the first female member to sit in the UK House of Commons.
- It is expected to fetch between £250,000 and £350,000 at auction.
- Nancy Astor was elected to represent Plymouth Sutton in 1919 and served until 1945.
- The auction at Bonhams will be the first time the tiara is up for sale since it was purchased in 1930.
- The tiara was worn by Astor at the City Lights film premiere in 1931.
- Nancy Astor worked to pass laws like the Intoxicating Liquor Act and promoted women's voting rights.
- The auction is scheduled for 5 June at Bonhams in New Bond Street, London.
