The royals function in a league of their own, embodying an air of regality in everything they do. Even though Meghan Markle and Prince Harry stepped down as working royals in 2020 and relocated to the US, there are still areas where the Duchess has been warmly received. One notable example is Princess Diana’s jewelry collection, valued at over $500,000, which continues to be celebrated. Not only do the Sussexes honor Princess Diana's legacy, but Kate Middleton also includes these iconic pieces in her wardrobe.

Although many tributes and detailed accounts have been made about the iconic pieces now owned by Markle and Middleton, here is a thorough exploration of Princess Diana’s jewelry collection as it is today.

Before her tragic death in 1997, Princess Diana bequeathed her exquisite jewelry collection to her sons' future wives, Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton, along with a sentimental letter. While the exact distribution was left to their discretion, both have showcased various pieces from the collection. According to Steven Stone diamond experts via The Express, Meghan Markle now wears the striking aquamarine ring Diana received from friend Lucia Flecha de Lima, among other pieces valued between $6,000 and $178,000. 

The diamonds in Markle's engagement ring also came from Princess Diana’s collection, estimated to be worth $508,000, featuring a central diamond from Botswana, flanked by two smaller stones from her late mother-in-law’s personal collection. Kate Middleton now wears the late Princess’ iconic sapphire engagement ring, initially intended for Prince Harry. Besides this, the Duchess of Sussex has been seen with Princess Diana’s $31,690 gold bracelet during the 2018 Australian tour.

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Regarding the pieces currently owned by the Duchess of Cambridge, here is a summary of what the outlet reported.

Like Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, frequently wears items from Princess Diana’s collection. Among the pieces in her possession is the Lover's Knot tiara, also known as the Cambridge Lover's Knot. Both Princesses have a fondness for pearls, and Middleton has been seen wearing Princess Diana’s Nigel Milne-designed pearl bracelet, notably during her 2017 trip to Berlin.

The Princess of Wales has updated the late Princess’ sapphire and diamond earrings by choosing a single sapphire drop instead of the original double drop. During her visit to Boston for the Earthshot Prize, Middleton paired a green Solace London dress with an emerald choker, a cherished piece from Diana’s collection. Additionally, the sapphire engagement ring, which has been worn by both Princesses of Wales, is now also part of Middleton’s collection, completing her array of Diana’s jewelry.

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