Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has been spotted wearing a new ring during a video updating the public on her cancer journey. The family-orientated video stars her husband Prince William and their three children; Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince Louis.
One shot of Kate driving a stick shift gained significant attention. Viewers noticed that the Princess of Wales wasn’t wearing her engagement ring, which once belonged to Princess Diana. Instead, Kate was seen flaunting what seems to be a white gold and diamond eternity band. The eternity band was also briefly glimpsed in August when Kate and her husband William joined Snoop Dog in celebration at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
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What is an Eternity Band?
An eternity band, also known as an eternity ring, is a symbolic piece of jewellery characterized by a continuous loop of diamonds or other gemstones adorned around the band’s entire circumference. The loop symbolizes endless love, being a popular choice for anniversaries, special milestones or as a wedding band. Eternity bands are commonly worn on the left-hand ring finger. Eternity bands can also symbolise the number of years of one’s marriage or important milestones such as the birth of a child.
A Close Look at Kate Middleton’s Eternity Band
We've only got a glimpse of Kate Middleton’s eternity band; however, we can make some speculations. The eternity band, worn on Kate’s left ring finger, appears to have a thick gold band adorned with white diamonds and sapphires.
Some commentators including jewellery expert Maxwell Stone suggested that the eternity band might be an older piece from the princess’s collection. Otherwise, the ring could be a gift from Prince William. Maxwell also pointed out the practicality of Kate’s new eternity ring, with a comment published to Heart: “Unlike Kate’s 12-carat engagement ring - which she typically removes during physical activities, sports, or any situation where there’s an increased risk of damage or loss - this ring is more practical for daily wear."
Grahams’s jewellery experts have recreated the look below with a few stylish options:
9ct Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring
$484.50
$934.00
Please contact us regarding special order enquiries for this ring. All ring sizes can be specially ordered, with delivery approximately 6-8 weeks.… read more
9ct Yellow Gold Natural Black Sapphire and 3 x Diamond Ring
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$534.00
This 9ct Yellow Gold Black Sapphire Ring is intricate, alluring and a sure conversation starter. Featuring four natural black sapphire gemstones and three exquisite diamonds, it’ll make any finger dazzle.… read more
9ct Yellow Gold Exquisite Diamond + Natural Sapphire Ring
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$734.00
In need of a statement jewellery piece? Then look no further than this enchanting Diamond and Natural Sapphire Ring. Made from luxurious 9ct gold and featuring 3 opulent black sapphires, this ring is unique, elegant and sure to have onlookers… read more
The History of Kate Middleton’s Rings
Kate has had a significant public tracking of her jewellery. After all, she was given the famous royal sapphire ring which once belonged to the late Princess of Wales, Diana. Both Kate's engagement ring and eternity ring highlight a royal love for sapphire jewellery.
The engagement ring that Kate wore prior to wearing the eternity band has a long and significant royal history. The famous design of Kate Middleton’s 12-carat sapphire and diamond cluster ring, valued over $500,000, dates to 1840 when the late Prince Albert commissioned British jewellery Garrard to make a sapphire and diamond brooch.
Prince Albert gifted the brooch to Queen Victoria, and it has since been reportedly worn by Queen Elizabeth for many occasions. Prince Charles wanted to recreate the design of the brooch into a ring to propose to Lady Diana.
Since then, the ring has gained huge attention. Now in the possession of Princess Kate, the sapphire engagement ring is still highly adored by the public; that's why questions arose when Kate replaced the engagement ring with her eternity ring.
Grahams has reinvented the look of the famous 12-carat sapphire and diamond cluster ring below:
9ct Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire 2.50 Carat 9X7mm Oval with 0.50 Carat Diamonds Ring
$1,184.50
$2,334.00
Adorn yourself with this sparkling natural sapphire with deep colour. Set against a halo of diamonds, this gorgeous oval cut stone is made even more stunning. The band is shaped from 9ct yellow gold with a rich colour to offset… read more
Royal fan blog 'Dress Like a Duchess' previously reported that Prince William gave Kate a rose gold Victorian band embellished with garnets and pearls, symbolising their birthstones. The ring was shown at Kate’s graduation ceremony in 2005. Fans and commentators have compared the new eternity band to this ring.
Get Kate Middleton's Style at Grahams
Kate Middleton has established herself as a fashion icon. With a strong influence in the fashion and jewellery industry, Kate’s looks and accessories are constantly being recreated. Grahams is proud to present a range of engagement rings and eternity bands similar to the princess’s style, as well as earrings and necklaces. Get Kate’s look with our royal range!
