The 12-carat ring by British jeweler Garrard has a fascinating history, causing controversy when it was chosen by the late Princess of Wales in 1981.
Kate Middleton received a “very special” ring when Prince William popped the question with his mother’s iconic sapphire-and-diamond stunner.The pair stepped out for their official photocall and engagement interview with Middleton dressed in an elegant blue wrap dress by Issa, showing off the enormous sapphire-and-diamond engagement ring once worn by the mother-in-law she’d never know, Princess Diana.
Interestingly, Prince Harry actually inherited the ring when their mother passed away, but “it’s said he offered the cherished ring to his brother, Prince William, so he could propose to Kate Middleton with it,” Maxwell Stone of leading UK jewellerAnd while many current royal fans associate the piece more closely with Middleton, the story behind the stunning gem goes back to the winter of 1981.
The memorable sapphire ring worn by Princess Diana was put on display during their engagement photo session.The memorable sapphire ring worn by Princess Diana was put on display during their engagement photo session.Getty Images
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