How Princess Diana Bravely Defied The Rules of the Royal Family

She Chose Her Own Engagement Ring

Engagement rings for royal weddings are usually custom made, but Diana decided to pick out her ring from a catalog instead. The 12-carat sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds was deemed "not unique enough" for a princess. It must be good enough, though, because now Prince William's wife Kate Middleton wears it.

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