Duchess Sophie’s rarely-worn £80k ring is identical to Meghan Markle’s – unearthed photos

The Duchess’ cocktail ring features a stunning 20-carat cushion-cut aquamarine and is set in high-quality platinum, Maxwell says. 

“Aquamarines and other light blue gemstones have become signature elements of the Duchess of Edinburgh’s jewellery collection, with one of her most memorable appearances being at Princess Madeleine of Sweden’s wedding in 2013,” the jewellery expert says.

“On that occasion, she stunned in a £1 million tiara featuring five captivating aquamarines. The ring in question, believed to be from Collins and Sons, boasts a remarkable 20-carat aquamarine.

He estimates her aquamarine ring to be worth £80,000.

Meghan first wore her beautiful aquamarine ring to her wedding reception at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle. Though it rarely leaves her jewellery box, the former Suits actress did don her heirloom jewel to the 2022 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Gala in New York City.

“Meghan’s ring features a huge emerald-cut aquamarine, flanked by two small solitaire diamonds,” Maxwell explains.

“Set in 24-carat yellow gold, the ring was only worn by the late Princess of Wales on two occasions before her tragic passing. While it’s no doubt priceless, if it were available to buy, it would be worth around £85,000 – closely mirroring the value of Sophie’s exquisite piece.”

It is the Duchess of Edinburgh’s engagement ring that appears most often during public engagements. Her hand was photographed earlier this week as she experienced an iSandBox during a visit to Treloar’s School and College, a specialist education centre for young disabled people.