5 Legendary Jewelry Movie Moments
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5 Legendary Jewelry Movie Moments
If there's a major market player that has remained unchanged over time, it's the jewelry industry.
According to the latest reports from Statista, revenues from this segment amounted to $59.57 billion in 2022, enhanced by the rise of the many online jewelry stores available on the market. Also, experts predicted that the sector would grow by 0.95% per year until 2026.
Consumers' appetite for jewelry has been fueled by multiple factors, including the influence of Hollywood.
Iconic scenes from famous movies have also played a part in the jewelry industry's brilliant growth over the years. Do you want to know more about that? Discover the legendary moments of jewels in film and TV here!
1. Cartier Ring in 1956's High Society
Grace Kelly played Tracy Samantha Lord, a divorced woman involved in a love conflict with three men.
Lord was wooed by her ex-husband and jazz musician (Bing Crosby), a journalist (Frank Sinatra), and a businessman (John Lund).
However, Tracy's story went beyond her affairs. The character was known for wearing beautiful and sophisticated jewelry, including the iconic Cartier ring.
The actress said in an interview that the jewel, which had a 10.47-carat emerald-cut diamond, had been an engagement gift from her fiancé, Prince Raniero III.
2. Diamond Jewelry in 1953's Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Marilyn Monroe was already a megastar when she played Lorelei Lee in Gentleman Prefer Blondes, an American musical film based on the novel of the same name by Anita Loos.
However, she became much more iconic when she sang "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" for the movie. Dressed in pink satin, Monroe performed the musical classic while a crowd of men covered her in jewels.
Lorelei Lee charmed viewers with bracelets, diamond earrings, and her luxurious Moon of Baroda choker.
3. Snake Bracelet in 1963's Cleopatra
All old-school movie fans remember Liz Taylor on the set of Cleopatra.
Those who didn't admire the actress also saw something they could never forget: Cleopatra's unique gold snake bracelet.
The gold piece was encrusted with rubies, diamonds, and emeralds. It was never known if Taylor was the true owner of the luxurious bracelet. However, it was confirmed that it had been manufactured by Bulgari.
4. Savoy Headpiece in 2013's The Great Gatsby
Baz Luhrmann directed one of the movies with the most legendary references to jewelry: The Great Gatsby. Leonardo DiCaprio wore iconic pieces like the daisy seal ring.
However, Daisy was the character who showed off the most valuable gems throughout the story. The headpiece she wore at Gatsby's party, made by Tiffany & Co, is among the most famous jewels in movies of all time.
Tiffany & Co said it had discovered the design in the brand's archives and decided to recreate it with high-quality diamonds and pearls. The Savoy headpiece represents the 1920's Jazz Age and revives the flapper girls' style.
5. Heart of the Ocean in 1997's Titanic
It's without a doubt the most famous jewel in modern cinema history. Rose, played by Kate Winslet, wore a deep blue 56-carat diamond with a heart-shaped cut.
Many fans remember the Heart of Ocean, as Rose wore only the legendary piece once while being drawn by Jack.
The necklace is inspired by the real Hope diamond. Its origins date back to revolutionary France in 1789.
Other Iconic Gems in Film and TV History
- Isadora necklace in How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days (2003)
- Toussaint necklace in Ocean's 8 (2018)
- Ribbon Rosette in Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)
- 'The Pink Panther' necklace in The Pink Panther (1963)
- Gold hoop earrings in West Side Story (1961)
- Diamond solitaire necklace & pearl earrings in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958)
- Sapphire & diamond earrings in Diana (2013)
Final Thoughts
Jewelry is part of every aspect of people's lives. Music, literature, and cinema have iconic references that everyone knows. Also, most of these jewels endure through time and become an element of historical relevance.
