Why did Megan Markle change her engagement ring?

Many believe Meghan wanted the ring changed to suit her more classic style, but an extract from new royal biography, Finding Freedom, actually suggests Prince Harry himself changed it. It’s believed he wanted it to match the eternity band he had bought wife Meghan for as a first wedding anniversary present.

Does Meghan want Diana’s engagement ring?

So, as it transpires, Meghan Markle could have been the lucky lady to wear Princess Diana’s iconic band – but it wasn’t meant to be. Prince Harry’s generosity and sentimentality has since been reflected in his choice of engagement ring for Meghan.

Did Kate Middleton change her engagement ring?

She used to have a trio of diamonds set on a plain gold band, which she later upgraded to a diamond band. It turns out she’s not the only royal to do so.

Did Harry inherit Diana’s engagement ring?

Harry gave up his mother’s engagement ring so William could propose to Middleton, Paul Burrell said. In a documentary, Princess Diana’s former butler said Harry originally inherited the sapphire ring. “His one thing he kept from his mother, he gave to his brother,” Burrell said.

Why did Harry give William Diana’s ring?

Prince Harry gave up his mother’s engagement ring to allow Prince William to propose to Kate Middleton with it, said Paul Burrell, Princess Diana’s former butler. The ring came from Garrard, which had served as the official jeweler of the monarchy since 1843.

Why did Kate Middleton get Diana’s ring?

It previously belonged to William’s mother, Princess Diana, who died an untimely death in a car crash in August 1997. Prince William said at the time of his engagement that giving the ring to Catherine was his way of making sure his mother didn’t miss out on his wedding day.

Who has Princess Dianas ring?

The late princess continued to wear her engagement ring even after she and Prince Charles divorced in 1996. After her death, Prince William inherited the sapphire sparkler, eventually using it to propose to Kate Middleton in 2010.

Who got Princess Dianas ring?

It was stored in Kensington palace. After Diana’s tragic passing away, Prince Charles allowed his two sons, William and Harry, to select mementos from her possessions. Harry, the younger brother, picked the engagement ring, while William chose a gold Cartier watch.