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Princess Diana’s gown bought at a second-hand shop for just £200 could sell for £100k at auction

The Princess of Wales gave the David Emanuel frock away after wearing it on a state visit to Bahrain in 1986

A DRESS once owned by Princess Diana and later bought at a second-hand shop for £200 could sell for £100,000 next month.

The Princess of Wales gave the David Emanuel frock away after wearing it on a state visit to Bahrain in 1986.

Princess Diana in the ivory silk gown for a state visit to Bahrain in 1986
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Princess Diana in the ivory silk gown for a state visit to Bahrain in 1986

It was bought by a shop assistant, who only recently realised its importance.

Auctioneer Kerry Taylor, of Bermondsey, South London, said: “It is in perfect condition and is a unique one-off piece.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended a banquet hosted by the Emir of Bahrain
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The Prince and Princess of Wales attended a banquet hosted by the Emir of BahrainCredit: Getty - Contributor

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The Princess gave the David Emmanuel frock away after wearing it only once
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The Princess gave the David Emmanuel frock away after wearing it only onceCredit: Bournemouth News
The long-sleeved, full-length gown has a large bow behind the left shoulder
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The long-sleeved, full-length gown has a large bow behind the left shoulderCredit: Bournemouth News
A closer look at the glistening jewels encrusted along the sleeves and top half of the dress
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A closer look at the glistening jewels encrusted along the sleeves and top half of the dressCredit: Bournemouth News
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