After Sonam Kapoor, Kim Kardashian gets her moment with Elizabeth Taylor’s iconic $12.7 million emerald necklace

When Sonam Kapoor shared pictures of the Elizabeth Taylor iconic $12.7 million emerald necklace on Instagram, the jewelry world was abuzz. The actress, known for her daring fashion choices, added a regal touch to her fiery red column dress with voluminous sleeves and a plunging neckline. Kim Kardashian, who also shared her admiration for the piece, had previously tried on the jewels and expressed her deep respect for Elizabeth Taylor, who she had even spoken to before her passing.

Taylor's husband, Richard Burton, gifted her the necklace and several other pieces for her 30th birthday and wedding. The necklace, featuring a 23.46-carat rectangular-cut Colombian emerald surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds, was a gift from Burton, and its design allowed for easy detachment and attachment. The entire collection, including the necklace, was sold at auction in December 2011, with the necklace itself fetching $6,130,500 and the pendant brooch an additional $6,578,500.