Saks Global is thinking hard about selling off part of its crown to refill its purse — if it can.

WWD has learned that the company is actively exploring “strategic options” for Bergdorf Goodman , the crowning jewel of its luxury retail empire.

While sources said the company has held discussions about “joint venture opportunities” for Bergdorf’s earlier this year and tested the market for an outright sale, the focus now is said to be on selling a minority position that would value the high-end retailer at $1.5 billion to $2 billion. It could not be learned just how large a stake Saks Global might be willing to sell.

A Saks Global spokesperson said, “We do not comment on rumor or speculation.”

If a deal did materialize, it would go a long way to helping Saks stabilize its financ

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