During the Cold War in 1961 , Marquez became fearful for her safety and decided to ship back to New York city her most precious belongings , the grand Piano of her mother , wedding dresses and wedding crown as well as her evening gown at Miss International 1960 along with its original crown and trophy for safekeeping at her sister 's residence . Accordingly , the goods were heavily damaged due to the Hurricane Esther which wrecked the boat in transit
Miss International 1960
Miss International 1960
Stella Araneta