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Christie's To Sell Onassis Jewels

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The jewels of Christina Onassis, daughter of Greek ship owner Aristotle Onassis who at one time was married to Jacqueline (Jackie) Kennedy, will be auctioned off in London by Christie's on June 11th. The lots are expected to bring in more than 3 million pounds ($5.9 million) and are highlighted by a pear-shaped 38-carat, D-color, potentially flawless diamond necklace. The other significant piece to be auctioned is a c.1900 Faberge Buddha with moving head, tongue and arms valued between 250,000 and 350,000 pounds.

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