Why Prince William Chooses Not To Wear A Wedding Ring: Unraveling Royal Traditions
The much-anticipated and televised wedding of the Prince of Wales in 2011 to Kate Middleton shattered records and captivated millions. However, despite more than 12 years of marriage and being a father to three children, Prince William has consistently eschewed the tradition of wearing a wedding ring.
Prince William Never Owned a Wedding Ring
In a peculiar twist, it was revealed one month before Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding that the Prince would not be receiving a ring during the vows exchange. A Royal statement addressed the issue, citing that the Prince has never been a wearer of jewelry, breaking from the tradition observed by Royal women. While Royal women typically wear wedding rings, it has never been a tradition for Royal men to do so.
Following in Royal Footsteps: Prince Philip’s Lead
Prince William’s decision echoes the choice of Prince Philip, who also abstained from wearing a wedding ring throughout his life. This exception to the Royal custom was broken by Prince Harry, who wears a platinum wedding band in acknowledgment of his marriage to Meghan Markle.
Kate’s Ring: A Symbol of Tradition
While Prince William forgoes the wedding ring, Kate Middleton proudly wears an engagement ring with a rich history. Crafted by the Bristol Jewelry company Wartski, the ring is made from Welsh gold owned by the Royal Family and includes the iconic diamond and sapphire sparkler that once adorned Princess Diana’s finger.
The absence of a wedding ring on Prince William’s finger is a deliberate choice rooted in Royal tradition and his personal preference, aligning with the footsteps of his predecessors.
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