Princess Kate celebrated her 43rd birthday this week, and a royal expert has predicted that Prince William may reward his wife with a special piece of jewellery.
Any new necklace or bracelet will join Kate's impressive jewelery collection, with 10 of her finest pieces worth £62 million.
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From her £1 million tiara on her wedding day to her £300,000 engagement ring, she's become a princess. Wales She has worn some amazing items during her royal life.
Stephanie Tyler, jewelry expert at Purely Diamonds, shared Kate's 10 most popular pieces of jewelry, along with their astronomical value…
Princess DianaEngagement ring
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William passed on to Kate upon their engagement in 2010, Princess Diana's engagement ring, which includes both… date and beauty, making it Kate's most iconic piece of jewelry.
Stephanie said: “Diana's engagement ring is a truly beautiful piece of jewellery. It is a 12-carat oval-cut Ceylon ruby, set in 18-carat white gold, and is valued today at £300,000.”
Nizam of Hyderabad necklace
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The Nizam of Hyderabad's necklace is one of the most extravagant pieces of jewelry we've seen on an Indian princess. Wales.
It is a platinum and diamond necklace gifted to her by the Nizam of Hyderabad Queen Elizabeth II In 1947.
Stephanie added: “The Nizam of Hyderabad’s necklace is a truly delicate and extravagant piece.
“He-she Features 13 emerald-cut diamonds and a central pear-shaped diamond are rumored to be the most expensive piece owned by the royal family, valued at around £66 million.
Gold charm bracelet
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Kate is often seen wearing a gold bracelet given to her by Camilla, Duchess of Cambridge Cornwall.
It contains the letter “C” for their name, along with a diadem and crown.
Stephanie shared: “The gold bracelet we often see Kate wearing was a touching wedding gift from the Duchess of Cornwall and holds a lot of sentimental value.
“However, it is one of the most affordable pieces of royal jewellery, estimated at around £2,500.”
Eternity ring
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William gave Kate an eternity ring after the birth of their son future king, Prince George.
She is often seen wearing it instead of her famous engagement ring.
Stephanie commented: “There is a lot of speculation about Kate wearing an eternity ring instead of her engagement ring.
“However, from a jeweler's perspective, this ring is likely more practical for everyday wear.
“Unlike her engagement ring, this eternity ring is only valued at £1,500.”
Cartier aura crown
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Kate wore the Cartier Halo Tiara on her wedding day in 2011, which has been passed down through generations and worn by both Princess Margaret and Princess Anne.
Jewelery expert Stephanie said: “The Cartier Halo Tiara is one of Kate's most iconic and delicate pieces of jewellery.
“It contains 739 brilliant-cut diamonds and 149 baguette diamonds and is valued at around £1 million, making it the perfect princess tiara that many girls dream of.”
Cambridge Tiara knot lovers
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Commissioned by Queen Mary in 1913, the Cambridge Lovers Knot Tiara is one of the Royal Family's most treasured pieces.
It has been seen adorning the head of the Princess of Wales on several occasions.
The jewelery expert advised: “The Cambridge Lovers Knot Tiara is a beautiful piece of jewellery.
“With its exquisite craftsmanship and rich history, it is valued at more than £1 million.”
Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch
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Prince William gave Kate a beautiful Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch on the occasion of their third wedding anniversary.
The beautiful piece resembles the one worn by his late mother, Princess Diana.
Stephanie commented: “Cartier is synonymous with the royal family, with many of its members owning multiple pieces of coveted jewellery, including Kate.
“This watch, in particular, retails for around £4,850.”
Promise ring
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Kate's promise ring is rumored to be the first piece of jewelery William gave her during their courtship at St Andrews, making it one of her most famous and sentimental pieces to date.
Stephanie shared: “Kate was spotted wearing her promise ring recently, which is a very beautiful yet simple piece of jewelry.
“It contains garnets, one of William and Kate's birthstones, and is valued at around £2,000.”
Maple leaf brooch
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The maple leaf brooch spotted on Kate's jackets was given away the queen A gift from her husband, King George VI, in 1939 and has remained a mainstay in the royal jewelery collection.
The jewelry expert continued: “The maple leaf-shaped brooch is made of platinum and covered with diamonds in the shape of Canada’s distinctive emblem.
“Its craftsmanship and story mean it is worth an estimated £100,000.”
New Zealand Fern brooch
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The New Zealand Fern brooch is another gift that has been passed down through generations through the royal family and has been spotted on the Princess of Wales herself.
The silver tree represents New Zealand and was dedicated to her Queen Elizabeth II By Lady Allom in 1953.
Stephanie added: “The Princess of Wales's selection of royal brooches is impressive and beautifully made, particularly the New Zealand fern brooch made of platinum and inlaid with diamonds, which is valued at £25,000.”
What is the value of Princess Kate's jewelry in general?
Stephanie Tyler, jewelery expert at Purely Diamonds, said: “Kate's most iconic pieces of jewelery are estimated to be worth a whopping £68,435,850 overall.
“Her jewelery collection is admired around the world, with some of her pieces being redesigned at a lower cost.
“However, these replicas do not represent the craftsmanship and history behind all of the Princess of Wales's treasures.”
