Marilyn Monroe’s Pearls From Final Photo Shoot And Other Personal Items Will Be Auctioned

Marilyn Monroe’s iconic pearls from the “Last Sitting” photo shoot and some of her other personal belongings will be up for auction online through Gotta Have Rock and Roll.

The photoshoot, which took place six weeks before the actress’ death on August 4, 1962, consisted of over 2,700 photographs taken by fashion photographer Bert Stern. At the time, Stern was commissioned by Vogue magazine, and the publication provided all of the props, clothing, and accessories for the shoot.

However, when the pearls were broken during the shoot, Stern kept them as a souvenir. The pearls, which were provided by Stern’s estate, are expected to sell between $6,000-$8,000. Meanwhile, the pearl earrings that Monroe wore at the shoot are expected to go for a minimum of $30,000.

During the “Last Sitting” Stern used a Nikon camera that was also used by Monroe at some point during the shoot. The camera will also be up for auction and is expected to sell for anywhere between $40,000 and $60,000.

Other items in the auction include a gown and shawl worn by the actress that is estimated to sell between $30,000 and $40,0000 and black and white checkered pants that were worn by the Monroe and are expected for go for at least $10,000.

Monroe died of a drug overdose in 1962 at the age of 36 years old. Gotta Have Rock and Roll’s auction is expected to start on Wednesday.