Leading the selection is an emerald and diamondbrooch, originally purchased by a Texas oil-man and personal client to Mr. Winston who called upon the jeweler for a significant gemstone.
Ms. Windsor, donning a diamondbrooch that Ms. Spyer gave her instead of an engagement ring, told the crowd after making her plea to the Supreme Court that she was "thrilled and exalted and humbled" to attend the arguments.
There are a few exceptions, like the only piece of jewelry in the sale, an Art Deco diamond and sapphire brooch given to the actress by then-boyfriend Howard Hughes.