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Meg Pales as Lady Sarah McCorkadale Bans Harry from Diana’s Necklace Auction for Meghan’s Gift
Princess Diana’s iconic necklace, currently in the possession of the Ginzburgs, a prominent Ukrainian family, is set to be auctioned in New York next month.
Experts predict that the necklace will fetch a staggering sum ranging from £4 million to £12 million.
Evelyn Pumalec, former head of jewellery design at Garard from 1996 to 1998, revealed in an exclusive interview with the Daily Mail that the necklace was the result of private discussions between Princess Diana and David Thomas, the crown jeweller at the time.
Interestingly, Lady Sarah McCorkadale, Diana’s sister, had a discreet conversation with Pumalec, urging him to prevent Prince Harry from participating in the auction.
Lady Sarah expressed her concern that the necklace might end up as a mere trinket for Meghan Markle, Diana’s daughter-in-law whom she deemed hypocritical.
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It seems that Prince William may also refrain from purchasing the necklace to avoid controversy surrounding the use of British taxpayer money for opulent purchases immediately after King Charles’s coronation.
This turn of events has left Lady Sarah disappointed in Prince Harry and has led her to develop a greater appreciation for Diana’s eldest son.
Reflecting on her involvement in the creation of the necklace, Pumalec recalled receiving urgent instructions in early March 1997.
She was given seven pearls, out of which the final necklace would comprise twelve, along with earrings, all intended for a princess.
Although no names were mentioned, Pumalec was well aware of the recipient.
Working tirelessly, she managed to complete the necklace in time for the event.
Pumalec believes this moment was significant as it showcased Diana’s desire for independence by wearing jewellery of her own choosing, rather than borrowed pieces from the Crown.
Following the ballet performance, Diana returned the necklace to David Thomas at Garrard, who later paired it with matching earrings to complete the set.
There have been rumors that Dodi Fayyad, Diana’s companion at the time of her death, had expressed interest in purchasing the entire suite as a romantic gesture.
However, this speculation remains unconfirmed, as their relationship did not begin until several weeks after the Swan Lake performance.
In fact, the performance itself was sponsored by Muhammad Al-Fayyad, who subsequently had dinner with Diana in a box at the Albert Hall.
It was during this dinner that Diana accepted his invitation to spend the summer aboard his yacht in Saint-Tropez, where she would eventually meet Dodi.
Regrettably, Diana never had the opportunity to wear the necklace or matching earrings again before her untimely demise in August 1997.
The Swan Lake suite remained at Garrard until 1998 when the jeweler sought permission from Lady Sarah MacAucardale, Diana’s sister, to include the necklace in a tribute fashion exhibition in Shropshire.
Lady Sarah responded positively, allowing Garrard to auction or privately sell the necklace.
Soon after, it was sold to a wealthy British man who, after a year, decided to part ways with it.
The man’s wife, upon learning of its origin, refused to touch the necklace out of respect for Diana and her tragic death.
Eventually, the necklace was sold through auctioneer Guernseys to American businessman Jim McIngvale for just under £800,000.
McIngvale, a retail magnate based in Houston, Texas, purchased the jewels for his daughter to wear on her wedding day.
A decade later, in 2010, amidst the financial crisis, the Ginzburg family, real estate magnates in Ukraine, acquired the necklace and the matching set for £458,569.
Now, after thirteen years, the Swan Lake suite is changing hands once again.
However, it is unlikely that any of the princesses of the jewellery will be available for public sale.
Guernseys, overseeing the forthcoming auction, describes this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of royal history, provided you have several million pounds to spare.
Notably, a portion of the proceeds from the auction will be dedicated to the rebuilding efforts in war-torn Ukraine, a cause that would have resonated with Diana’s compassionate heart.
In conclusion, the upcoming auction of Princess Diana’s beloved necklace has garnered significant attention.
Lady Sarah McCorkadale’s ban on Prince Harry’s participation due to concerns about Meghan Markle’s potential possession of the necklace has added intrigue to the event.
As the auction approaches, anticipation grows among collectors and enthusiasts, eager to own a piece of royal history while contributing to a noble cause.
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