Meghan Markle is no stranger to stunning jewellery, and she often uses her collection to quietly honor the people who matter most – from subtle nods to her children, to heartfelt tributes to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana.
To mark Meghan and Prince Harry’s wedding anniversary, fine jewellery experts at UK retailer Steven Stone have taken a closer look at one particularly meaningful piece in her collection.
The delicate butterfly earrings, once worn by Princess Diana herself, were gifted to Meghan by Prince Harry to commemorate the news of her pregnancy – making them not just a beautiful accessory, but a powerful symbol of legacy, transformation, and new beginnings.
“The Duchess of Sussex first wore Princess Diana’s yellow gold butterfly pavé earrings at the official start of the Australian royal tour in October 2018 – shortly after she and Prince Harry announced they were expecting their first child. Delicate yet rich in symbolism, the earrings are believed to have been a personal gift from Prince Harry to Meghan to mark the joyful news of her pregnancy.
Crafted from yellow gold and set with pavé diamonds and deep blue gemstones – likely sapphires – the earrings were originally worn by Princess Diana during a royal visit to Canada in 1986. The heirloom pieces not only honour the memory of Harry’s mother, but also represent transformation, hope, and new beginnings – which made them a poignant choice for the Duchess’s first appearance as a mother-to-be.
I’d estimate the earrings to be worth around £5,000 – a small yet significant piece within the reported £400,800 collection of Princess Diana’s jewellery now in Meghan’s possession.”
maxwell stone, creative director, steven stone
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