The Most Expensive Celebrity Engagement Rings: These Stars Have Worn the Priciest Bling
Celebrity engagement rings often steal the spotlight in Hollywood love stories. Celebrities spare no expense when popping the question with rings including dazzling diamonds to rare gemstones. Here’s a closer look at some of the most jaw-dropping, wallet-busting engagement rings that have made headlines.
Elizabeth Taylor
Elizabeth Taylor’s renowned engagement ring from Richard Burton, known as the Taylor-Burton Diamond, is a pear-shaped gem that originally weighed 69.42 carats. In 1969, Burton purchased the diamond for $1.1M. Due to its substantial size, Taylor often wore it as a pendant rather than a ring.
But following Taylor and Burton’s second divorce in 1978, Taylor sold the most infamous celebrity engagement ring in 1979 to New York jeweler Henry Lambert for an estimated $5M, with part of the proceeds funding a hospital in Botswana.
Later that same year, Lambert sold the diamond to its current owner, Lebanese jeweler Robert Mouawad. The diamond remains part of Mouawad’s private collection.
Mariah Carey
In January 2016, Australian billionaire James Packer proposed to Mariah Carey with a stunning 35-carat emerald-cut diamond engagement ring. Designed by jeweler Wilfredo Rosado, the ring was valued at $10M per Entertainment Tonight.
Following their split in October 2016, Carey retained possession of this impressive celebrity engagement ring as part of a financial settlement. However, in 2018, she sold it to a Los Angeles jeweler for a reported $2.1M.
Beyoncé
Beyoncé’s engagement ring, gifted by her husband Jay-Z in 2007, is a remarkable piece of jewelry that has garnered significant attention. The ring features a 24-carat emerald-cut, flawless diamond set in a platinum band reports Business Insider.
Renowned jeweler Lorraine Schwartz designed this exquisite piece, which appraisers value around $5M. People occasionally see Beyoncé wearing this stunning ring, and she keeps it in her possession.
Kim Kardashian
In 2013, Kanye West proposed to Kim Kardashian with a stunning 15-carat cushion-cut diamond engagement ring designed by Lorraine Schwartz, worth around $8M. Three years later, in 2016, West gifted Kardashian a second engagement ring, a 20-carat emerald-cut diamond estimated at $4M.
During a robbery in Paris, thieves stole the second engagement ring. However, Kardashian still reportedly has her first ring with the intent of passing it down to her children.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez has been given several extravagant engagement rings through the years. Her most remarkable piece came from Alex Rodriguez in 2019, who presented her with a 16-carat emerald-cut diamond valued at $1.8M.
However, her previous engagement rings, per Town & Country, include a rare pink diamond from Ben Affleck in 2002 valued at over $2.5M and an 8.5-carat green diamond ring, valued at $5M in 2022. Subsequently, Marc Anthony proposed to Lopez in 2003 with an 8.5-carat blue diamond ring from Harry Winston worth $4M. She was also presented with rings by Cris Judd in 2001 and Ojani Noa in 1997. Lopez has reportedly kept all her engagement rings.
Paris Hilton
In January 2018, Paris Hilton became engaged to actor Chris Zylka, who proposed with a stunning 20-carat pear-shaped diamond ring. Designed by celebrity jeweler Michael Greene, the ring’s center stone was surrounded by a halo of two additional carats of smaller diamonds, set on a platinum band. The total estimated value was approximately $2M.
In February 2021, Paris Hilton announced her engagement to entrepreneur Carter Reum, who proposed with a 20-carat emerald-cut diamond, flanked by trapezoid and baguette-cut diamonds. The ring, named Paris, is estimated at $20M reports Bravo.
Grace Kelly
Grace Kelly, the iconic Hollywood actress who became Princess of Monaco, was presented with an exquisite engagement ring in 1955 by Prince Rainier III. The ring’s star was a 10.48-carat emerald-cut diamond, flanked by two baguette diamonds, designed by jeweler Cartier.
At the time of their engagement, the ring was valued at approximately $4 million. Today the ring is reportedly worth upwards of $38.8 million. Following Princess Grace’s tragic death in 1982, the ring became part of the House of Grimaldi’s collection per Brides.
Celebrity engagement rings continue to fascinate the public, as they blend romance with extravagant displays of wealth. These sparkling symbols of love remind us that in Hollywood, diamonds are more than just jewelry—they’re status symbols that leave lasting legacies, even if the relationship fizzles.
