A photograph of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton kissing upon their first wedding day in 1964 is seen behind the dress she wore and jewels on display as part of the upcoming auction of the late actress' jewelry, clothing, art and memorabilia at Christie's Auction house in New York City, December 1, 2011 (Reuters Photo: Segar)
From the couture dresses worn for her two weddings with actor Richard Burton, to the dazzling ruby and diamond Cartier jewelry set, a gift from her third husband, film producer Mike Todd, "The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor" on display at Christie's auction house in New York tells a passionate story, spanning nearly five decades.
Other tokens of admiration at the exhibition, which opens to the public Saturday, include an autographed poster from Taylor's cherished friend, Michael Jackson, and her famed 33.19-carat diamond ring, a gift from Burton in 1968.
The live auction will be held 13 -17 December. A portion of the profits will be donated to The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
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The online portion of the auction starts on Saturday, 3 December, for registration and bidding. Items start as low as $100. The last day to participate in the online auction is 16 December.
Commemorative books can be purchased online, as well, with a price range from $19.00 - $39,250.00.
Tickets are currently available for purchase online for an appointment from 3 -12 December in Christie’s flagship Rockefeller Plaza location in New York City to view the spectacularly curated collection. Larger than life photos of memorable events put some of Elizabeth Taylor's more important pieces into context.
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