From Vanity Fair · Filippo Iarocci · · 40s
Humphrey Bogart's Gold Whistle Bracelet
Humphrey Bogart gave Lauren Bacall a gold whistle bracelet after a famous film line.
In brief
Humphrey Bogart gave Lauren Bacall a gold whistle bracelet after a famous film line. Lauren Bacall wore a 14-karat gold whistle bracelet given by Humphrey Bogart after their 1944 film meeting. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
The Whistle Bracelet Origin
Lauren Bacall wore a small gold whistle bracelet given by Humphrey Bogart after their 1944 film meeting.
The Bracelet's Design
The bracelet features a minimalist gold whistle with engravings: 'Betty Bacall' and 'The Whistler' on the tag.
The Auction Result
In September 2023, the bracelet sold for $158,750 at Julien's Auctions after an initial estimate of $100,000 to $200,000.
What matters most
Lauren Bacall wore a 14-karat gold whistle bracelet given by Humphrey Bogart after their 1944 film meeting.
