The pieces belonged to Britain 's King marry Simpson and Edward . Edward abdicated the throne in Christmas in order to Edward VIII . Another gift Simpson gave to her husband traces the routes of European trips they had taken together on an 18-carat gold and gem-set cigarette case . The jewels are of gold , diamonds , and gemstones . Some of the items are estimated at $ 1.5 million .
The pieces belonged to Britain 's King marry Simpson and Edward . Edward abdicated the throne in Christmas in order to Edward VIII . The jewels are of gold , diamonds , and gemstones . Some of the items are estimated at $ 1.5 million .