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Mar 2, 2021 · One polished half was sold to an American millionaire. The other (19.77cts) was chosen by the King as the centrepiece for a platinum engagement ring for #WallisSimpson. Traditionally, emeralds are not used for engagement rings. Compared to diamonds, the stone is soft and can scratch easily. But Edward VIII wasn’t interested in tradition…
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Mar 3, 2022 · Wallis Simpson's emerald engagement ring. Made by Cartier, the platinum band featured a 19.77-carat rectangular emerald flanked by diamond baguettes, and it reportedly later sold at auction for £ ...
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May 29, 2023 · Edward VIII proposed to Wallis with £1.5m engagement ring - but she completely modified it. Wallis Simpson, who famously married King Edward VIII after he abdicated the throne, wore a stunning ...
May 2, 2019 · The love story between Edward and Wallis has been written about extensively and even immortalized in Madonna’s acclaimed film – W.E. All facets of Wallis’ life have been covered but let’s focus on one of her most important jewelry, her emerald engagement ring. On October 27, 1936, King Edward proposed to the twice-divorced American ...
Jan 23, 2022 · Wallis Simpson's 'rebellious' £1.3m emerald engraved engagement ring broke royal tradition WALLIS SIMPSON was the wife of King Edward VIII who famously abdicated the throne on December 10, 1936 ...
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Dec 15, 2023 · Wallis Simpson’s romance with King Edward VIII led to him deciding between love and duty. ... Edward ended up choosing the half estimated to be 19.77 carats as the centerpiece for his engagement ...
Oct 27, 2022 · Wallis Simpson's emerald engagement ring weighed nearly 20 carats (Image: GETTY) Designed by renowned jeweller Cartier, the emerald sparkler was thought to weigh in at nearly 20 carats (19.77) and ...