A Rare Look Inside the Private Lives of Ronald and Nancy Reagan

This Is No Ordinary Auction

By Jenn D'Agostino // Sep 13, 2016

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A pair of Nancy Reagan's diamond and gold ear clips by Van Cleef & Arpels

Mottahedeh Chinese export-style porcelain ice pails, 1981

An inauguration gift from Mr. and Mrs. Francis Sinatra to President Ronald Reagan: an American marine chronometer by Tiffany & Co., 20th century

President Reagan's 70th birthday present, a red monogrammed needlepoint cushion, 1981

Mrs. Reagan's diamond, sapphire, and ruby ring by Bulgari

Mrs. Reagan's diamond and gold lion pendant brooch necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels

Mrs. Reagan's gold and diamond twisted bangle by Bulgari

Christie’s will soon offer a look into the private lives of President Ronald Reagan and his beloved — and glamorous — wife, Nancy. The Private Collection of President and Mrs. Reagan auction will take place in New York on Wednesday, September 21 and continue through Thursday, September 22.

With more than 800 items, the collection includes furniture, art, and notable gifts and memorabilia ranging with estimates of $50 to $50,000. Highlights include an inaugural gift from Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sinatra and President Reagan’s custom-made Tony Lama cowboy boots.

The auction will also feature striking pieces from Nancy Reagan’s jewelry collection, including a gold lion pendant necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels, and a diamond, ruby, and sapphire American flag ring by Bulgari. For those who can’t make it to New York in time, the auction will also be online. Viewings begin on Saturday, September 17.