Behold Magnificence: The British Royal Family's Most Opulent Gems and Jewelry

1. Diamond Necklace with a Heart Shape

Done by: Diana, Princess Since 1982, the owner Value Estimate: $10,000–$100,000* This diamond necklace in the shape of a heart was one of Princess Di's other gifts upon the birth of Prince William. She received them as a present from Prince Charles in 1982, and the first time she was seen wearing them was at Prince William's baptism in the White Drawing Room of Buckingham Palace.

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Princess Diana's Heart-Shaped Diamond Necklace, ©Getty Images/Avalon/John Shelley Collection She wore it on a couple more occasions after that, most notably in 1982 at Princess Grace of Monaco's burial. Diana is shown in this shot wearing the Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara and the heart-shaped necklace at a state dinner in St. John's, Canada. Her yellow satin gown looks great with the gems on it. The Tiara has a market value of $1–$2 million.

2. "Dis-moi Oui," or "Ask Me If," ring

Done by: Diana, Princess Since 1997, the owner Value Estimated: $15,735* This engagement ring, which is frequently referred to as Diana's "lost engagement ring," has a tragic backstory. Princess Diana and Prince Charles' marriage failed, and they both moved on to other partnerships. Dodi Fayed was an Egyptian billionaire and Diana's final true love before she passed away.

"Dis-moi Oui" ("Tell Me Yes") Princess Diana's ring from the Daily Mail and Pinterest Dodi bought a ring with the engraving "Dis-Moi-Oui" or "Tell Me Yes" a few hours before Diana and Dodi perished in a tragic vehicle accident. It is said that Dodi proposed to Diana with this $15,735 ring from Repossi Jewelers. The ring's receipt included the label "Bague de fiancaille," which translates as "engagement ring" in French.