MANILA, Philippines — The Miss Universe Organization has unveiled a new diamond-studded crown, titled “The Radiance of an Eternal Legacy,” ahead of the pageant's 75th anniversary edition in Puerto Rico.
Featuring 3,150 brilliant-cut diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, the crown marks a new chapter in the international beauty competition.
“3,150 diamonds, 75 years of history, and one extraordinary crown celebrating the past, present, and future of Miss Universe,” the organization said in an Instagram post announcing the design.
“A new era begins,” it added.
The crown was presented on Nov. 12 at The Miss Universe Experience in Plaza Las Américas in Puerto Rico. It was designed by renowned jeweler George Wittels in collaboration with Paris-based luxury jewelry house Maison d'OR.
Its three centerpiece stones symbolize the pageant's past, present and future, while details at the back incorporate the number 75 in recognition of the organization's seven-and-a-half decades of history.
The new design will replace the previous “Lumière de l'Infini” crown and will be worn by the winner of the 75th Miss Universe competition.
The Philippines will be represented by Bea Millan-Windorski, who will compete against delegates from around the world for the anniversary title.
The introduction of the crown is among the highlights of the pageant's Diamond Anniversary celebration, commemorating 75 years of the Miss Universe competition.
