Kate Middleton Ring

When Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement, many were stunned to see Princess Diana's famous sapphire sparkler on Kate's ring finger. The stunning 18-carat sapphire and diamond ring was originally selected by Diana in 1981, which caused a controversy at the time as the ring was available to the public for purchase rather than made specifially for her.Diana's attachment to the deep blue engagement ring remained after her marriage to Prince Charles ended. She was often...Read Full Story

Kate Middleton, Prince William Back in 1981 when Lady Diana Spencer selected a stunning 18-carat sapphire and diamond engagement ring, people called it a 'commoner's ring,' as it was available for purchase by the general public at a mere $47,000. Fast forward to 2011, and the stunning ring, which now resides on Kate Middleton's left hand now has a retail value of $300,000!If you love the look of the royal sparkler, you don't have to fork over big money. You can purchase a replica ring made of...Read Full Story

When Kate Middleton and Prince William say "I do," William will slip a gold ring on Kate's finger. The wedding ring is made of Welsh gold and crafted by Mayfair jeweler Wartski. The original piece of gold was a gift to the couple by Queen Elizabeth herself, shortly after their engagement. Using Welsh gold in royal wedding rings is a tradition that dates back to the 1920s when the Queen's mother was married. While that part of the celebration is going to be traditional, rumors are that the...Read Full Story

Prince William popped the question to long-time girlfriend Kate Middleton with his mother's jawdropping 18-carat sapphire and diamond engagement ring. However, the ring originally did not belong to him.After Princess Diana's passing, it was Prince Harry who was given his mother's famous engagement ring. The brothers reportedly agreed that whomever became engaged first would use the ring.Whether or not this is the case, once Prince William was ready to pop the question, his younger brother...Read Full Story

Prince William popped the question to long-time girlfriend Kate Middleton with his mother's jawdropping 18-carat sapphire and diamond engagement ring. However, the ring originally did not belong to him.After Princess Diana's passing, it was Prince Harry who was given his mother's famous engagement ring. The brothers reportedly agreed that whomever became engaged first would use the ring.Whether or not this is the case, once Prince William was ready to pop the question, his younger brother...Read Full Story