When Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton back in 2010, he popped the question with a statement piece of jewelry. Her engagement ring, which was an heirloom jewelry piece from the late Princess Diana, features a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire wrapped by 14 solitaire diamonds. But, while the beauty of the ring is undeniable, it seems the royal is opting for another look lately.
According to a source from Daily Mail, Middleton has been giving her engagement ring a rest and wearing a stack of eternity rings on less formal/more casual occasions.
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The stack, which is estimated by the outlet to be worth around $13,500, includes a sapphire and diamond band (estimated approximately at $6,000), a white diamond band (estimated approximately at $1,000), a diamond eternity ring (estimated approximately at $2,000) and a Welsh gold wedding band (estimated approximately at $3,000).
According to jewelry experts at Steven Stone, the jewelry expresses “her personal style and love for her family.” “Kate’s choice of rings suggests that she values subtlety and meaning over grandeur, while still maintaining an air of elegance and sophistication,” the experts told the publication.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – APRIL 29: (EMBARGOED FOR PUBLICATION IN UK NEWSPAPERS UNTIL 24 HOURS AFTER CREATE DATE AND TIME) Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge (wearing his red tunic uniform of the Irish Guards, of which he is Colonel) travel down The Mall, on route to Buckingham Palace, in the 1902 State Landau horse drawn carriage following their wedding ceremony at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England. The marriage of Prince William, the second in line to the British throne to Catherine Middleton was led by the Archbishop of Canterbury and was attended by 1900 guests, including foreign Royal family members and heads of state. Thousands of well-wishers from around the world have also flocked to London to witness the spectacle and pageantry of the Royal Wedding. (Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)
Considering that the stack also includes her wedding band and the sapphire and diamond band that was reportedly given to Middleton by William on their 13th wedding anniversary in 2024, the jewelry choice is also a tribute to her husband.
“Though her engagement ring has been seen less frequently, her continued display of commitment to Prince William through her eternity rings speaks to her desire for personal and understated expressions of love,” the source added.
Plus, the jewelry shows off her more modern and sophisticated style. “The rings showcase her affinity for classic, timeless pieces that reflect her role as both a mother and wife,” the jewelers said. “They’ve been carefully chosen to be meaningful rather than overtly luxurious, which aligns with her image of grace, modesty, and a strong connection to family.”
So, whether she’s wearing her engagement ring or not, everyone can rest assured that Middleton is always keeping her love for her husband and her family with her.
Before you go, click here to see more photos of Prince William & Kate Middleton through the years.
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