Celebrities have a way of shaping trends, from wellness to fashion and even something as special as engagement rings. Because when it comes to bling, no one does it better than the stars, and envisioning yourself in a diamond ring that celebrities are sporting, even on a smaller scale, can help you make the jewelry decision of a lifetime.
Here, Andrew Brown, celebrated diamond expert, and CEO of WP Diamonds, weighs in on the stunning diamonds that shaped the last two decades. Click along for the most memorable celebrity engagement rings of the past 20 years —and one is guaranteed to inspire your new favorite cut.
Priyanka Chopra, $145,000
Year Engaged: 2018
Ring Type: 4-Carat, Cushion Cut Diamond
There’s a lot to be jealous about with this cushion-cut diamond, estimated to be approximately 4 carats. Nick Jonas proposed with the Tiffany & Co. ring, which is set in a platinum band, surrounded by smaller tapered baguettes, and worth an estimated $145,000.
Meghan Markle, $270,000
Year Engaged: 2017
Ring Type: 3-Carat, Cushion Cut Diamonds
A ring “suitable” for a duchess, Meghan’s engagement ring from Prince Harry consists of three diamonds, with the two side stones coming from the late Princess Diana’s collection. It is estimated to be worth $270,000.
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Hailey Bieber, $500,000
Year Engaged: 2018
Ring Type: 6-Carat, Oval-Shaped Diamond Ring
Justin Bieber made his intentions known when he proposed to his love, Hailey Baldwin, with an oval-shaped diamond engagement ring that is an estimated 6 carats and sits on an 18k gold band. The ring reportedly cost an estimated $500,000.
Kate Upton, $1.5 million
Year Engaged: 2016
Ring Type: 8-Carat Custom Cushion-Cut Diamond
Bigger than her husband’s World Series ring, Kate Upton’s engagement ring from 2016 is 8 carats. Justin Verlander proposed with a custom diamond worth about $1.5 million. What is extra special about this ring is that he designed it himself. It features a big round cut diamond that is set in a diamond pavé setting. Custom designs almost always increase in value, as seen in jewelry designs over time. That’s what makes this ring such a rarity.
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Serena Williams, $3 million
Year Engaged: 2016
Ring Type: 12-Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond
Serena’s now-husband and Reddit Co-Founder, Alexis Ohanian, proposed in 2016 with a whopping 12-carat diamond ring. It is estimated to cost around $3 million and since the ring was purchased recently, its worth still falls around this amount. The ring features a large emerald-cut diamond with one smaller gem on each side.
Katy Perry, $5 million
Year Engaged: 2019
Ring Type: 2-Carat Oval-Cut Ruby
Orlando Bloom proposed with a ring that truly reflects Perry’s personality: An oval-shaped ruby surrounded by white diamonds (estimated at 2.5 carats) set in yellow gold to create a floral halo. It is believed to have cost $5 million.
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Kim Kardashian, $8 million
Year Engaged: 2013
Ring Type: 15-Carat D, Cushion Cut Diamond
The multi-millionaire reality star joined entertainment royalty when she got engaged to her now ex-husband, Kanye West. This Lorraine Schwartz 15-carat D is a “perfect cushion-cut diamond.” It’s in a pavé band so delicate it looks as though the enormous diamond is floating in the air. It’s estimated to cost $8 million.
Jennifer Lopez, $10 million
Year Engaged: 2022
Ring Type: 8.5-Carat Natural Green Diamond
In 2022, Ben Affleck proposed to J.Lo for the second time with a ring that is estimated to be worth $10 million from Harry Winston. Since it is the second ring he gave her and they never quite made it down the aisle last time, it had to be extra special. This ring features an 8.5-carat natural green diamond, which is extremely rare and apparently, considered a lucky color to the singer. In fact, Page Six reports that the color appears in “less than 0.1% of natural diamonds,” so therein lies the immense value.
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