Gifts of Grandeur: The Duchess of Windsor’s Jeweled Flamingo, 1940

Photo by Dan Kitwood for Sotheby's

This ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond clip in the shape of a flamingo was created by Cartier in 1940. This sparkling fowl belonged to the Duchess of Windsor and was long a favorite of hers.

In July of 2010, the clip was auctioned by Sotheby’s in London amongst an impressive collection of The Duchess’ jewels.