Meghan Markle has unveiled yet another transformation of her iconic engagement ring, featuring a striking emerald-cut centre stone ahead of her upcoming Netflix show "With Love, Meghan."
The latest modification marks the fourth significant change to the ring since 2017, potentially increasing its value to £300,000.
The evolution of this symbolic piece of jewellery mirrors Meghan's journey from actress to royal to global media personality, according to engagement ring specialist Neil Dutta.
The ring's remarkable journey began in 2017 when it was first unveiled during the couple's engagement announcement with an estimated value of £120,000.
Meghan Markle's ring with Princess Diana's diamonds soars in value after new update
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Each transformation has coincided with significant moments in Meghan's life, from her royal wedding to motherhood and her post-royal endeavours.
"These changes in Meghan's ring are a beautiful reflection of her personal growth and evolving style," Dutta, the Managing Director of Angelic Diamonds, told the Sun.
The piece features two diamonds from Princess Diana's collection and a stone from Botswana.
The latest transformation, glimpsed in the Netflix trailer, showcases an emerald-cut centre stone, marking a significant departure from the original cushion-cut diamond.
Meghan Markle's engagement ring could clearly be seen in her new video
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"This change could potentially increase the ring's value to around £300,000. The new cut offers a sleeker, more modern look that aligns beautifully with Meghan's evolving style and public persona," Dutta explained.
"The emerald cut is often associated with confidence and clarity - qualities Meghan may feel she has since leaving the Royal Family."
In 2022, Meghan's ring underwent another transformation at the Invictus Games in The Hague, with additional diamonds added to the central stone setting.
This modification increased the ring's value to approximately £250,000, according to Dutta.
Meghan Markle wearing her engagement ring at the Invictus Games in 2022
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"The additional diamonds serve to amplify the ring's overall brilliance. This could be seen as a metaphor for Meghan and Harry's increased focus on their personal projects and charitable endeavours post-royal life," says Dutta.
The Invictus Games holds special significance for the couple, marking their first public appearance together in 2017.
In 2019, celebrity jeweller Lorraine Schwartz redesigned the ring, replacing the yellow gold band with a delicate micro-pavé diamond band.
The modification coincided with the couple's first wedding anniversary and Archie's birth, valued at £260,000.
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"The addition of the pavé diamonds could be seen as representing the many facets of their new life together," notes Dutta.
The original 2017 design featured a 3-carat cushion-cut diamond from Botswana, flanked by two diamonds from Princess Diana's collection.
"Set on a yellow gold band - Meghan's favourite at the time - this initial design was valued at around £120,000," Dutta explained.
"The cushion-cut diamond, known for its pillow-like shape and rounded corners, offered a perfect blend of vintage charm and timeless elegance. This original design beautifully encapsulated the fairy-tale nature of their royal romance."
