In 1957, Mike Todd proposed to Elizabeth Taylor, who this time was gifted a 29. 4 carat emerald cut Cartier engagement ring.
What famous diamond did Elizabeth Taylor own?
The Taylor -Burton Diamond, a diamond weighing 68 carats (13. 6 g), became notable in 1969 when it was purchased by actors Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Burton had previously been the underbidder when jeweller Cartier bought the diamond at auction for $1,050,000, setting a record price for a publicly sold jewel.
Who Has Elizabeth Taylor’s ring?
Elizabeth Taylor Diamond. The 33-carat, D color, potentially internally flawless diamond set on a ring was a gift from her husband, Richard Burton. The celebrated actor gave her the ring on May 16, 1968.
The Elizabeth Taylor 7.20cttw Simulated Diamond Ring With Lisa Robertson