Selena Gomez has left fans stunned, not only with the unexpected announcement of her engagement but also with the jaw-dropping value of her engagement ring. The 32-year-old singer and actress took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the exciting news with her 422 million followers, revealing her engagement to boyfriend Benny Blanco after a year and a half of dating. Accompanied by a first look at her stunning diamond ring, Selena’s heartfelt caption, “Forever begins now..” sparked a social media frenzy and widespread speculation about the ring’s impressive price tag.
Selena Gomez’s engagement ring price
The breathtaking engagement ring Selena Gomez received has been estimated to be worth over $1 million, as reported by DailyMail. Laura Taylor, a jeweller specialising in engagement and wedding rings at Lorel Diamonds, told MailOnline, “Benny’s choice of engagement ring for Selena is an exquisite and timeless design, perfectly suited to her style. The ring features an incredible marquise-cut diamond at its centre, estimated to be around 8 carats, set on a yellow gold pavé band.”
Taylor elaborated, “The marquise cut, with its elongated and pointed shape, is a statement choice, known for its brilliance and the way it elongates the finger, creating a striking and elegant look.” She also shared the intriguing royal history of the marquise cut, which originated in the 18th century. King Louis XV of France commissioned the design to resemble the smile of his mistress, the Marquise de Pompadour, making it a sparkling symbol of love both then and now.
“This setting maximises the brilliance of the overall design while maintaining a sense of sophistication,” Taylor added. “The central diamond is likely of exceptional quality, with VVS1 clarity and colourless grading in the D-F range. I would estimate the ring to be worth upwards of £800,000 ($1 million), depending on the precise diamond specifications.”
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Gomez shows off her ring
Gomez’s engagement announcement was truly magical. In her post, she shared a heartwarming photo of herself proudly displaying her stunning ring while her fiancé, 36-year-old music producer Benny Blanco, wrapped his arm around her and kissed her head.
The proposal, which took place during a romantic nighttime picnic complete with Taco Bell, had both fans and celebrities buzzing. A-list friends like Cardi B, Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow, and even Gomez’s best friend Taylor Swift all flooded the couple with love and congratulations. Swift jokingly wrote that she would be playing the role of ‘flower girl’ at her best friend’s wedding. Meanwhile, Blanco chimed in with a comment, “Hey wait…that’s my wife.”
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