Kate Middleton’s missing engagement ring a ‘subtle nod’ about relationship with Prince William

Kate Middleton’s choice to ditch her dazzling and precious engagement ring during a recent public visit set royal fans’ tongues wagging.

But one jewellery expert has revealed that there are not just multiple practical reasons for why the Princess of Wales may have left her iconic engagement ring — which was originally Princess Diana’s — at home, but more personal ones, too.

Kate is known for sporting the breathtaking piece on public occasions except during athletic events or hospital visits, but during what was her first official engagement since the end of her chemotherapy treatment it was noticeably absent. Kate’s surprise appearance saw her join Prince William in Southport, to meet with the families of victims and emergency workers who were caught up in the horrific Southport stabbings, including three little girls who were killed at a Taylor Swift themed party during the summer holidays.

And fans who were delighted to see accompanying William once again also noticed she was wearing several ‘eternity bands’ and her wedding ring, but her famous sapphire engagement ring was missing.

Jewellery expert Ella Citron-Thompkins, from Diamonds Factory, told the Mirror: “Recently, The Prince and Princess of Wales visited the families of the Southport victims. Eagle-eyed fans noticed that there was something a bit different about the jewellery Kate was wearing on her hand, specifically that she had opted for several ‘eternity bands’, alongside her wedding ring, as opposed to her 12-carat diamond and sapphire engagement ring.

“The Princess of Wales may have chosen to wear the eternity brands to represent her relationship with Prince William surpassing several major milestones – like anniversaries or births – or as a show of love and commitment. With the rumours that have surrounded the couple earlier in the year, this can be seen as a subtle nod to the public by Kate and Will that they are in love more than ever. “