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Meghan's Ring: Botswana Gems & Diana's Legacy
7 Mar
Summary
- Meghan's ring features Botswana diamonds and stones from Diana's collection.
- Kate Middleton's ring is the most valuable, valued over $500,000.
- Queen Elizabeth's ring, with stones from her mother-in-law's tiara, is estimated at $250,000.
Meghan Markle's engagement ring, designed by Prince Harry with Cleave & Company, features a three-carat cushion-cut diamond from Botswana, where the couple first vacationed. Flanking the center stone are two round diamonds from Princess Diana's personal collection, a deliberate choice by Prince Harry to include his mother in their journey. Initially set in a yellow gold band, the ring was later updated with a micro-pavé band and a hidden halo.
In contrast, Kate Middleton wears Princess Diana's iconic 12-carat sapphire and diamond ring, originally selected from a catalog in 1981. This ring, currently valued at an estimated $520,000, is the most expensive among the three royal brides. Queen Elizabeth II's engagement ring, featuring a three-carat diamond set in platinum with five pavé diamonds, was crafted from a tiara belonging to Prince Philip's mother and is estimated to be worth $250,000 today.
The heirloom status of these rings adds immeasurable value beyond their monetary worth. Queen Elizabeth's ring, not a crown jewel, has not been seen publicly since her passing in September 2022, and its inheritor remains unknown, with theories suggesting Princess Anne or a future royal bride.
