By reuvenveksler
June 13, 2021
2 min read

Iconic old Hollywood engagement rings

Iconic old Hollywood engagement rings

Engagement rings are a symbol of love and devotion. Sometimes they turn into timeless legends that will never fade away.

We’ve prepared a list of the most iconic old Hollywood engagement rings. Enjoy it and get inspired!

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Grace Kelly

Originally, Prince Rainier of Monaco proposed to Grace with a simple eternity ring dotted with rubies and emeralds, but later he purchased an engagement ring with a breathtaking 10.5-carat emerald cut diamond flanked by two baguette shaped gems from Cartier!

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Norma Sheaer

Irving Thalberg gave Hollywood actress Norma Shearer a marquise-cut diamond ring when he proposed in 1927.

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe’s engagement ring was given to her by a famous baseball player Joe DiMaggio. The ring was a platinum eternity band encircled with 35 baguette diamonds.

Iconic old Hollywood engagement rings

Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor received a 33,19ct Krupp Diamond from Richard Burton. GIA determined the diamond as a Type IIa (diamonds of this type have the purest chemical condition and an exceptional optical transparency). A true example of excellence!

Iconic old Hollywood engagement rings

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball may have had one of the most unique engagement rings of all times. Desi Arnaz gave her a 40ct aquamarine that was installed into a thin gold band. There were six diamonds on each side of the stone, complementing the fine, cushion-cut gem.

Iconic old Hollywood engagement rings

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