Royal Engagement rings past and present
The Royal Family’s diary is looking a bit more cluttered than usual this year. The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has just taken place, while Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank are also tying the knot in October!
With the nation’s excitement levels building following the announcements of these engagements, specialist valuables insurer Ripe Insurance has explored every royal engagement ring from the past two centuries.
From Alexandra of Denmark’s acrostic inspired ring to Meghan’s jewel from Botswana, these rings are steeped in history and the stories behind them are fascinating.
Let’s focus on them in more detail, as well as some of the other interesting facts Ripe Insurance has uncovered…
Mind the gap
The average Carat of a royal engagement ring is 9.8 carat compared to the UK average of just 0.5 carat.
Markle’s costly sparkle
With an estimated value of £150,000 to £400,000, Meghan’s ring is now the most expensive royal engagement ring in history, in comparison to the UK average cost of £1,040.
There’s no place like abroad
One third of royal engagements happen abroad, with Princess Eugenie recently getting engaged in Nicaragua.
Some like it hot
July is the most popular month for royal weddings, with famous royal couples such as Charles and Diana opting for a summer wedding.
A royal engagement
Sentiment has always played a key part in the royals’ choice of ring, from Fergie’s red ruby chosen to match her fiery hair, to Harry’s tribute to Diana with the use of her diamonds in Meghan’s ring.
Ripe Insurance’s collection of royal engagement rings contains full details of each proposas and information about the design, cost and current estimated value of each ring as well as some eye-opening ‘did you know’ trivia!
To find out more, check out the stunning collection here: www.ripeinsurance.co.uk/valuables/royal-engagement-rings/.
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