Meghan Markle's Engagement Ring: The Three-Stone Cushion
Meghan Markle's engagement ring is one of the most sentimental on this list. When Prince Harry proposed in 2017, he designed a three-stone ring himself: a central cushion-cut diamond from Botswana, a country special to the couple, flanked by two round diamonds from Princess Diana's personal collection.
The meaning is woven into the design, and it helped revive interest in trilogy rings and warm yellow gold. Here is what it is, why the three-stone cushion works so well, and how to capture the look. See more celebrity engagement rings for inspiration.
In short: Meghan Markle's engagement ring is a three-stone design with a central cushion-cut diamond flanked by two round diamonds, set on a yellow gold band. It was designed by Prince Harry, and the side stones came from Princess Diana's collection. Reve has recreated the look, the Meghan Markle Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring, available from £2,000.- In short
The ring, in detail
The centre stone is a cushion cut, a square-to-rectangular shape with softly rounded corners that gives a warm, slightly vintage sparkle. It is flanked by two round brilliant diamonds in a classic three-stone arrangement, all set on a simple yellow gold band.
The warm gold and the three-stone layout give the ring a timeless, meaningful feel rather than a flashy one, which suits its very personal design.
- Centre stone: Cushion cut
- Side stones: Two round diamonds
- Setting: Three-stone (trilogy)
- Metal: Yellow gold
- Designed by: Prince Harry, 2017
Why the three-stone setting works
A three-stone, or trilogy, ring is traditionally said to represent the past, present and future, which makes it a naturally sentimental choice. Practically, the side stones frame the centre and add width and sparkle across the finger. Our diamond education guide explains the main setting styles.
Why the cushion cut works
Cushion-cut diamonds have a soft, romantic sparkle and a gentle, pillow-like shape that feels both classic and a little vintage. Set in warm yellow gold, as Meghan's is, the effect is timeless rather than trend-led.
How to get the look
Choose a cushion-cut centre diamond, flank it with two round side stones, and set it all on a yellow gold band. In a lab-grown diamond you can build a generous three-stone ring within budget, and even echo Meghan's sentimental approach with meaningful stones.
Prefer a ready-made version? Our own recreation captures the look: the Meghan Markle Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring, from £2,000.
Is a three-stone cushion right for you?
A three-stone cushion is warm, meaningful and classic, which makes it a lovely choice if you like a ring with a story. It is a slightly wider look than a single solitaire, so it suits someone who wants presence across the finger. If sentiment and timelessness matter to you, it is hard to beat.
Frequently asked
What kind of ring is Meghan Markle's engagement ring?
It is a three-stone ring with a central cushion-cut diamond flanked by two round diamonds, set on a yellow gold band. It was designed by Prince Harry.
How much is Meghan Markle's engagement ring worth?
Estimates place it in the low hundreds of thousands of pounds, with much of its value being sentimental. Exact figures are speculative.
Where did the diamonds come from?
The central diamond is from Botswana, a country meaningful to the couple, and the two side stones came from Princess Diana's personal collection.
Can I get a similar ring for less?
Yes. A lab-grown cushion-cut three-stone ring in yellow gold captures the same look for a fraction of the cost. Reve's own recreation starts from £2,000.
Design your own celebrity-inspired ring. Bring us a photo or just an idea, and our goldsmiths will create a bespoke three-stone ring in lab-grown or natural diamonds, with free lifetime aftercare. Shop the Reve recreation or explore engagement rings.
