A source claimed: “Its significance extended beyond its considerable value and distinctive appearance. For Diana, this jewel represented a new chapter following the collapse of her marriage and years of intense scrutiny within the royal family.”
Steven Schneider, chief executive of jewelry company Worthy, has openly discussed the ring’s symbolism.
He described the piece as “fun, playful, and far larger than (Diana’s) engagement ring, symbolizing her independence from the royal family.”
The beloved royal first publicly displayed the aquamarine during a fundraising dinner in Sydney, Australia, pairing it with a coordinating pearl and aquamarine bracelet.
She wore it at a celebration connected to a Christie’s charity auction of her clothing. The ring complemented her increasingly adventurous fashion choices following her divorce.
Her post-marriage wardrobe included glamorous Versace creations and a striking slip dress worn to the Met Gala, reflecting her growing willingness to experiment beyond traditional royal expectations.