Summaries

When Charmion Winship is left penniless by her father, she travels to New York and there is hired by a gang of crooks to pose as a princess who is selling her jewels for relief money. A rich suitor and former admirer are rivals, and the latter, who once saved her life, wins her hand.—Pamela Short

Charmion Winship arrives in New York City after being left penniless by her late father, whose only legacy is an invention sought by tycoon Peyton Martin. In need of money to cure her brother with a disability, Charmion agrees to pose as a princess selling her jewels for charity, unaware that the merchandise is stolen. Upon learning the truth, Charmion agrees to marry the highest bidder. Although Peyton bids five million dollars, she ultimately refuses the offer and chooses Mason Lawrence, who once saved her life.—AFI

Details

Keywords
  • new york city
  • melodrama
  • based on play
  • jewel thieves
Genres
  • Crime
  • Drama
Release date Jan 14, 1923
Countries of origin United States
Language English None
Production companies Betty Blythe Productions

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h
Color Black and White
Sound mix Silent
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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