The Origins of France's Most Lavish Diamond Necklace

The transcript details the infamous Affair of the Diamond Necklace, a scandal that tarnished the reputation of Marie Antoinette before the French Revolution. It began with Louis XV's desire to gift a lavish necklace to his mistress, Madame du Barry. After his death, the jewelers struggled to sell the necklace, eventually offering it to Marie Antoinette, who refused it. The affair escalated when others sought to exploit the situation, further damaging the Queen's image.

How did the death of Louis XV impact the fate of the diamond necklace?

What were the consequences for Boehmer and Besenge after they were unable to sell the necklace?