The word ‘diva’ gets tossed around for only a select few celebrities. Think Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey and Celine Dion. But if there is one entertainer who epitomises what it means to be a diva, it's Beyonce. A multihyphenate singer who is known for her powerhouse vocals, killer dance moves and nailing every red-carpet appearance she makes, it is no wonder fans of this record-breaking icon have nicknamed her Queen Bee. On top of this, the highly-awarded singer makes up one-half of arguably one of the biggest celebrity power couples of the 21st century with her husband, rapper Jay-Z.
Worth a combined $2.5 billion, Bey and Jay along with their three children Blue Ivy, Rumi and Sur are practically royalty in the States. Since marrying back in 2008, this musical duo are the gold standard for marriages in Hollywood, not only personally but also professionally. Whether it's a combined tour, an album collaboration or a rare red carpet appearance, we can’t help but be in awe of this incredibly talented and glamorous pairing. And if we’re not fangirling or fanboying it up over their incredible back catalogue of hits, we’re obsessing over Beyonce’s impeccable taste in fashion, jewellery and most importantly, her epic engagement ring.
So, read on as we unpack all that there is to know about Beyonce’s engagement ring from the cut and carat size to its purported value.
Overview:
- The Style & Design Of Beyonce's Engagement Ring
- The Cost Of Beyonce's Engagement Ring
- Beyonce & Jay-Z's Engagement & Wedding
- Get Beyonce's Engagement Ring Look For Less
The Style & Design Of Beyonce's Engagement Ring
Not surprisingly, someone with the moniker of diva wouldn’t just settle for any old engagement ring. In fact, we don’t at all envy Jay-Z and the near-impossible job he had of picking the perfect diamond ring for his ultra-glamourous and super-successful bride. In spite of all the fame and money, we wouldn’t be surprised if Jay-Z was feeling immense pressure to deliver the perfect sparker for her. This is after all the woman who sang “If you liked it, then you should’ve put a ring on it.” And so deliver he did. Debuting the ring in public for the first time at the 2009 Academy Awards, Beyonce’s engagement ring is an enormous 24-carat custom creation featuring a flawless emerald-cut diamond. Held into place by prongs that are set onto a fine pavé split shank setting, Beyonce’s emerald cut engagement ring is said to be either white gold or platinum metal. At the time, this was seen as an unusual choice for the star who often rocked yellow gold jewellery on the red carpet. Although, since getting the engagement ring, it appears that the Grammy winner has no particular preference.
Created by none other than jewellery designer-to-the-stars, Lorraine Schwartz, Beyonce’s engagement ring is as to be expected a one-of-a-kind custom creation. The choice to go with an emerald cut diamond is even more telling as emerald engagement rings first gained popularity among royalty, making this a fitting choice for music royalty. The great thing about emerald cuts is their shape is slightly elongated. This gives the illusion that the diamond is bigger than it actually is. Although, at 24 carats, Beyonce’s engagement ring is far bigger than the average ring. When Beyonce first debuted the ring a lot of people assumed it was a coloured engagement ring due to its icy appearance. However, this was just a trick of the eye as the 18-carat diamond is in fact the opposite. This is not only because of how little colour Beyonce’s engagement ring has, but how great the clarity of it is. While experts cannot say for certain without seeing the diamond engagement ring up close, the general consensus is that the diamonds in Beyonce’s ring are flawless cut. This means for an emerald-cut diamond, which is generally not considered the sparkliest of cuts the stone refracts a great deal of light.
The Cost Of Beyonce's Engagement Ring
At 24 carats, you are right to assume that a platinum ring of this magnitude and of this quality doesn’t come cheap. However, we would be lying if we said we weren’t a little stunned by just how much Jay-Z spent on Beyonce’s engagement ring. While accounts vary, some estimate that with the sheer size of the centre diamond along with the materials that were used to produce the hefty engagement ring it is valued at an eyewatering $5 million or around $7.6 million in Australian dollars. This makes Beyonce’s engagement ring one of the most expensive celebrity engagement rings of all time, beating out the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Paris Hilton, Blake Lively and Katie Holmes.
With such a hefty price tag, it’s understandable why Beyonce is rarely seen donning her diamond ring. In fact, when discussing her recent nuptials with Essence Magazine back in 2008, the Single Ladies hitmaker is quoted saying that having an engagement ring wasn’t super important to her. “People put too much emphasis on that…it’s just silly to me.” This is a sentiment that is so strong with the star that she and her rapper husband even opted to forgo wedding rings, instead choosing to get matching tattoos on their wedding fingers of the number four in Roman numerals-number four being the day in which the pair was born along with their eventual wedding date. Despite sharing this sentiment, however, it appears that the star has largely changed her tune as she has been spotted wearing her engagement ring more frequently in recent years.
Beyonce & Jay-Z's Engagement & Wedding
Beyonce and Jay-Z are one of Hollywood’s most notoriously private couples and so details about their engagement and eventual nuptials are very murky. What we do know, however, is that Jay-Z popped the question to his long-time love somewhere around her birthday on September 4, 2007. Managing to keep this news under wraps, the pair officially tied the knot on April 4, 2008, without letting the know. In fact, the news was only confirmed after the newlyweds were spotted picking up their marriage license in New York City. But even then, details still remained a safety-guarded secret shared between them and their closest loved ones. The only details that have been revealed over the years have been through the couple's music, including their music videos and concerts where they have unveiled personal footage from the nuptials.
What we do know is that the superstar couple made things official in a super secret ceremony in New York City at Jay-Z’s luxe 13,500-sq.-ft. Tribecca penthouse. Jay-Z had a large tent set up on his patio which blanketed the patio in dreamy purple and white hues that almost resembled clouds in a pinky, blue afternoon sky. The makeshift altar was then filled with an abundance of crystal chandeliers and large candelabras. The star also had 70,000 white dendrobium orchids (Beyonce’s favourite flower) shipped in from Thailand in order to decorate the area. With no bridal party, the pair shunned some traditions in front of their 40 guests which included the likes of Beyonce’s Destiny’s Child bandmates, Michelle Williams and Kelly Rolland, actress, Gwyneth Paltrow and rapper Kanye West. With her dress, Beyonce went old Hollywood in a strapless fishtail gown designed by her mother, Tina Lawson, that she accessorised with a simple pair of diamond drop earrings, a tidy, slicked-back bun and a veil.
Get Beyonce's Engagement Ring Look For Less
The great thing about emerald-cut diamond rings is they are such a timeless and versatile style. They are a great option for those looking for a significantly larger-looking stone but who don’t want to pay for the larger price tag. Hence, why you will come across a lot of emerald-cut diamonds that will help you emulate Beyonce’s Sacha Fierce style. These are just a few of our favourite styles that will help you embody Beyonce’s engagement ring look for less.
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18ct White Gold 1.80 Carat Diamond Ring with 1.00 Carat Certified Princess Centre
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Get an undeniable look with this 18ct White Gold 1.80 Carat Diamond Ring with 1.00 Carat Certified Princess Centre. Using three gemstone cuts (princess, brilliant, and emerald) this amazing ring has a stunning, eye-catching texture. Its beautiful princess cut centre-stone… read more
14ct White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Ring with 3/4 Carat Emerald Centre Diamond
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Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Octagon Ring
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