In recent months, the question of where Meghan Markle’s engagement ring from Prince Harry has gone has been a topic of widespread discussion. Despite its sentimental value, Meghan has been spotted without the dazzling ring on several occasions.
New photos of Meghan surfaced earlier this week, revealing that the ring is back on her finger! However, there’s speculation circulating that it may have undergone a significant upgrade.
Sporting a ‘Love like a Mother’ T-shirt to support her friend Kelly Zajfen’s charity, Alliance of Moms, Meghan can be seen sat cross-legged on the grass laughing and leaning in with Kelly and her Suits co-star Abigail Spencer. Though the photos have been taken at a distance, fans think that the diamond in the ring looks remarkably larger.
So, has Meghan upgraded her ring? And if not, why does it look larger? Engagement ring specialists at UK retailer Steven Stone have done a deep dive.
Meghan’s Engagement Ring
Estimated Value: £120,000 ($150,000)
When Prince Harry proposed to Meghan in 2017, he bestowed upon her a stunning three-stone engagement ring adorned with diamonds sourced from Princess Diana’s esteemed jewellery collection. After more than 18 months, Meghan opted to refine the ring, exchanging its original yellow gold band for a delicate, diamond-studded band.
The ring’s design – personally crafted by Prince Harry – boasts a center cushion-cut diamond sourced from Botswana, a place of profound significance for the couple. Botswana’s diamond mining industry has played a pivotal role in the nation’s development, fostering prosperity while prioritising environmental sustainability.
The centerpiece – a remarkable 3 carat stone – exhibits exceptional quality, showcasing flawless clarity and a captivating hue. Flanking the centre stone are two round diamonds, also sourced from Princess Diana’s collection, each weighing approximately 0.5 to 0.75 carats, further enriching the ring’s sentimental value.
“Fans are speculating that Meghan Markle may have upgraded her engagement ring, though it’s nearly impossible to discern any changes from the available photo.
The diamonds in Meghan’s stunning three-stone engagement ring are sourced from Princess Diana’s jewellery collection, making it highly improbable that Meghan would alter them.
While she has made alterations to the ring in the past, her previous modification involved simply replacing the yellow gold band with a delicate diamond-studded one.
There are several possible explanations for the centre stone appearing slightly larger in the new photo. It could be a trick of the light, or because Meghan hasn’t been wearing her ring as frequently in recent months, it could just be standing out more when she does wear it.”
maxwell stone, creative director, steven stone
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