Marie Antoinette's Diamond Necklace Sells for $4.8 Million at Geneva Auction

A diamond necklace linked to the infamous "Affair of the Diamond Necklace" scandal involving Marie Antoinette sold for $4.8 million at a Sotheby's auction in Geneva. The 300-carat necklace, believed to contain diamonds from the scandalous piece that contributed to the French monarchy's downfall, was worn at two British coronations and is considered a significant historical jewel. Despite its uncertain origins, the necklace's royal connections and historical intrigue drove its high auction price.