What is Padparadscha Sapphire?
The most talked-about aspect of the Duke and Duchess of York’s youngest daughter’s ring is its Padparadscha sapphire. In 2018, Jack Brooksbank, a bar manager and brand ambassador, proposed with the ring after dating Princess Eugenie for seven years. Their relationship started in 2010 while on vacation and endured through Princess Eugenie’s move to New York during challenging times for her family. The proposal took place on a lake in Nicaragua, catching Princess Eugenie by surprise, although she had probably been hoping for marriage.
It’s likely Princess Eugenie was aware of the Padparadscha sapphire, as Jack supposedly sourced it independently but didn’t proceed without her approval. Once given the green light, he began designing her ring. This unique sapphire is pink and orange, changing colors based on lighting conditions. Often described as a blend between a ruby and a yellow sapphire, its name comes from a Sanskrit term for aquatic lotus blossom, which shares a similar salmon color. The exact criteria for classifying these rare gems as Padparadscha remains debated.
Jack Brooksbank acquired a 3 to 5-carat stone, likely from Sri Lanka where they’re commonly found. True to royal tradition, he set it in rare Welsh gold from limited regions in Wales. The Padparadscha sapphire is encircled by a halo of round brilliant diamonds and flanked by two pear-shaped diamonds. Though the exact cost of this sentimental and unique ring hasn’t been disclosed, it’s estimated to exceed $100,000.
Reportedly, Brooksbank chose the color-changing stone because it reminded him of Princess Eugenie, who he said changes color in the most amazing ways. Alongside its romantic hue, Padparadscha sapphires are believed to bring vital energy and joy. They look stunning in rose gold, which enhances their warm tone. The aquatic lotus blossom they are named after symbolizes purity of heart, longevity, and good fortune, attributes that have also been associated with the gem. Truly a standout, a Padparadscha sapphire makes an engagement ring exceptionally unique!
A Ring as Unique as You
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FAQs
How much does Princess Eugenie’s engagement ring cost?
The price has not been officially disclosed, but experts estimate it is well over $100,000.
Princess Eugenie’s sapphire engagement ring is how many carats?
While there has been no official statement, expert jewelers estimate the Padparadscha sapphire to be between 3 and 5 carats.
What kind of sapphire is Princess Eugenie’s ring?
Her ring features an extremely rare Padparadscha sapphire that changes between orange and pink, often displaying a warm salmon hue.
What’s special about Padparadscha sapphires?
Padparadscha sapphires are exceptionally rare and flaunt a unique color combination of pink and orange, making them highly sought-after gemstones.
