The famous necklace, known as the Attallah Cross, came into Kardashian's possession after an auction at Sotheby's in 2023 for about $200,000. This exquisite piece of jewelry, adorned with amethysts and diamonds totaling 5.25 carats, was crafted by the artisans of Garrard in the 1920s, reports Daily Mail .
The name of the jewelry comes from its former owner, British entrepreneur of Palestinian descent Naim Attallah. In the 1980s, he regularly lent this necklace to Princess Diana for various social events.
The public sharply criticized the celebrity's choice, considering it inappropriate and contrary to the status of the historical relic (the cross touched Kim's bust).
Numerous commentators highlighted the stark contrast between Princess Diana's refined style and the provocative image of the modern star, noting the mismatch between the religious symbolism of the jewelry and the provocative nature of the outfit.
Zoomboola.com reminds us that this is not the first similar scandal in the businesswoman and reality show participant's media career.
In 2006, a recording of an intimate encounter between Kim and her then-boyfriend, musician Ray J, appeared online. The spread of the compromising video was swift. Kardashian even filed a lawsuit against the company that intended to distribute the DVD with the recording.
Suspicions of self-promotion soon arose. Ultimately, Kardashian withdrew the lawsuit, receiving $5 million in compensation. Paradoxically, this scandal became the starting point for Kim's active career as a model for men's magazines.
Read more about this scandalous episode of Kim Kardashian, her personal life, and her path to success in her biography .
