The 10 Most Expensive Pieces Of Jewelry Inside Meghan Markle's Collection

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry first met in 2016, set up on a blind date by their common friend. While the couple managed to keep their relationship private for some time, it didn't take long for it to become public. In November 2017, the couple took everyone by surprise after announcing their engagement, and in 2018, they got married at St. George’s Chapel in one of the most talked-out royal weddings of recent times. Since becoming a part of the Royal Family, the public has kept a keen eye on Markle’s appearance, from her clothing to her jewels. Her jewelry collection includes multiple gifts, and similar to Kate Middleton, she has received several pieces from Princess Diana’s collection.

From a traditional gold wedding band with a decades-long tradition to the engagement ring made from diamonds that hold a special meaning, Meghan Markle has staggering gems in her accessories. Let’s look at the most expensive pieces in her jewelry collection.

Gold Wedding Band (Royal Collection)

Meghan Markle continued the 95-year-old Royal tradition when she received a wedding band made from the rarest gold hailing from Wales. According to People, the wedding band was made by Cleave and Company for the Queen, who gifted it to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The wedding ceremony boosted the family-owned business, spiking its sales in 2018.

Cartier Diamond Tennis Bracelet ($28,300)

A wedding gift from Prince Charles, Meghan Markle was gifted a stunning diamond tennis bracelet to welcome her into the family. She first wore the bracelet a day before her wedding in May 2018, at Prince Charles’ 70th birthday celebrations, and on her royal tour to Fiji with Prince Harry.

The Queen’s Diamond And Pearl Drop Earrings (Royal Collection)

During her first official royal engagement with the Queen in June 2018, Meghan Markle received the honor of getting another gift from the Queen, a set of diamond and pearl drop earrings from her royal collection. She wore the earrings while attending the Mersey Gateway bridge opening and other royal engagements that day. She is regularly spotted wearing earrings and wore them on her royal trip to Fiji.

Galanterie de Cartier Studs ($15,000)

Everything about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding was unforgettable and special attention to detail was given by fans everywhere. One of the most remarkable pieces of jewelry that she got to keep was her Galanterie de Cartier Stud earrings. As mentioned by Harper’s Bazaar, she was spotted wearing the earrings during her son Archie’s christening and at the Invictus Games reception in 2018.

Cartier Juste un Clou Necklace ($30,100)

A newer piece in her collection, Meghan Markle added a Cartier Juste un Clou Necklace to her high-end jewelry. The necklace designed by Aldo Cipullo translates to Just An Old Nail. Markle wore the stunning gold Cartier creation at the opening ceremony of the 2022 Invictus Games in London, UK.

Lorraine Schwartz Eternity Ring ($62,000)

Prince Harry worked with Lorraine Schwartz to create a special ring for Meghan Markle as a tribute to his growing family and first wedding anniversary. The conflict-free diamond eternity ring has three added birthstones, olive-green peridot for Markle, blue sapphire for Prince Harry, and a green emerald for Archie. People first caught a glimpse of the ring at the 2019 Trooping of the Color Parade.

Princess Diana’s Aquamarine Ring ($92,000)

Princess Diana will always remain one of the most popular fashion icons of the 90s. Her most eye-catching jewel was an aquamarine ring she purchased in 1997 after divorcing Prince Charles. Meghan Markle has worn it on many occasions, including her wedding reception at the Frogmore Castle and having royal dinner at the Kingdom of Tonga during the royal tour, as stated by Town and Country Mag.

Lorraine Schwartz Diamond & Onyx Jacket Earrings ($40,000)

A go-to jewelry accessory for Meghan Markle, she first wore the custom Lorraine Schwartz Diamond and Onyx jacket earrings at the 2019 Trooping of the Color ceremony. While the diamond appeared to be a stud diamond, she wore the same earrings with an onyx jacket at the European Premiere of The Lion King a few months later.

Princess Diana’s Butterfly Earrings ($10,000)

A precious piece of jewel that Prince Harry took from Princess Diana’s collection, Markle received a pair of diamond butterfly earrings as a gift. Princess Diana first wore the earrings in 1986 during a Canada tour, and Meghan wore the pair a day after announcing her first pregnancy, paying tribute to her late mother-in-law.

Engagement Ring ($350,000)

The most expensive jewelry in Meghan Markle’s collection is her diamond engagement ring designed by Prince Harry in collaboration with court jeweler Cleave & Co. The ring has a yellow gold band, Markle’s favorite color; the central diamond was retrieved from Botswana, where he proposed to her. The two diamonds on either side are from Princess Diana’s collection, as reported by Marie Claire.

Other notable jewelry in her collection includes the blue and white beaded bracelet purchased in Africa, Princess Diana’s diamond bracelet, and a gold constellation necklace. Meghan Markle continues to use some of the jewels from Princess Diana’s gems and brings her charm to the accessories, sometimes wearing gold, her favorite color for jewels.

Sources: People, Harper’s Bazaar, Town and Country Mag, Marie Claire