A diamond necklace linked to the infamous scandal of Marie Antoinette has sold for $4.81 million at a Geneva auction, nearly double its estimated value. The piece, featuring approximately 500 diamonds, drew an enthusiastic response from buyers, with one stating their joy in being a ‘custodian’ of such a historical artifact. The necklace’s ties to the 1780s scandal that tarnished the queen’s reputation highlight its significance, as the event contributed to her downfall during the French Revolution. Previously part of the Anglesey family collection, the necklace has a storied history connected to royal traditions.