Everything about Kate Middleton's engagement ring
Before even thinking about choosing your engagement ring and wedding ring, it is always advisable to take inspiration from the great models. Among the most interesting lately, those of peoples are quite appropriate to find new ideas. To cite just one example of an engagement ring every woman would dream of, there's one from Kate Middleton, the current Duchess of Cambridge.
The history of Kate Middleton's engagement ring
In terms of its history, the engagement ring that Kate Middleton now wears on her finger had once been that of Prince William's mother. Indeed, the latter had been offered by Prince Charles to Lady Diana during their marriage which took place in 1981.
When the latter died, an agreement concluded between her two children had made it possible to bequeath the ring to the one who would marry first. Since then, many women have chosen a replica of this ring for their own wedding.
A valuable engagement ring
Created by the famous jeweler Garrard, Kate Middleton's ring would cost the sum of 28,500 British pounds when it was created. Currently, it is estimated at 300,000 pounds or 370,000 euros in its true value.
Kate Middleton's ring is therefore ranked as one of the most expensive engagement rings we've ever seen. For this, it is composed of an 18-carat sapphire as well as 14 diamonds surrounding it.
A Garrard & Co engagement ring
In case you didn't know, Kate's engagement ring, a marvel that once belonged to Princess Lady Diana, is a Ceylon sapphire created by crown jeweler Garrard & Co. A dozen sapphire-enhancing diamonds of 12 carats, all surrounded by 18 carat white gold.
In 2011 Kate Midelton married Prince William, she entered the British royal family, and won the title of nobility. The Duchess of Cambridge is now the owner of this engagement ring which belonged to Lady Di. Indeed, it is a rare piece that has never been worn since the latter's death in 1997.
The price of Kate Middleton's engagement ring
This engagement ring has greatly increased in value. Indeed, British Crown rings are distinguished by their great value. And more particularly this 18 carat sapphire surrounded by small diamonds.
Gifted by Prince Charles to Diana on their engagement in 1981, the ring was worth 35,000 euros at the time. Today, it is estimated at 370,000 euros. Much expensive than that of Queen Elisabeth II currently estimated at 122,000 euros, purchased at 35,000 euros in 1947.
This Kate Midelton engagement ring is above all a great sentimental value linked to the personality of the one who had worn it; its history and its charm. But it’s Kate’s status in particular that makes the ring special with the family legacy between Diana and Kate. This ring recalls a bond between the princesses, knowing that Diana had always worn it, and Kate is today the symbol of British youth and beauty.
Its weight makes it a highly coveted stone. For information, in order to obtain a cut crystal of 18 carats, you need a rough crystal over 45 carats.
The Special History of Kate Midelton's Engagement Ring
After the tragic death of Princess Diana, before bidding farewell to their mother, Princes Harry and William are escorted to a room in the palace. Several of the objects belonging to the princess have been gathered there. Each of the princes is authorized to choose and keep the objects and jewelry that belonged to their mother.
William asked to have his mother's beautiful engagement ring and lovingly preserves it for several years, and Harry chose a Cartier watch. Many years later, on November 16, 2010, William decided to seek Kate Middleton's hand. Well indeed, against all odds, he offered his mother's engagement ring.
Harry agreed to give this ring of great sentimental value to his older brother as he wished the item had passed on to the direct heirs to the crown. This gesture is a sign of love and affection for her brother. Seven years later, the ring is still proudly worn on Kate's left hand!
