The British royal family is steeped in tradition.

Though these concrete rules exist for everyone, minor details seem to be inherited through less official avenues.

One of the main underlying threads throughout these royal preferences are sapphires, more specifically sapphire engagement rings.

A close up picture of Princess Diana’s engagement ring on Kate Middleton’s hand

Who can forget Princess Diana’s stunning sapphire engagement ring, which has since been inherited byKate Middleton?

So, what is it about sapphire engagement rings that appeal to the royal family?

Engagement ring expert Max Stone explained the intrigue during an interview withExpressin January 2022.

Close up picture of Princess Anne’s engagement ring

Respectful, loyal, and hardworking?

That does sound a lot like Princess Anne!