# Meghan leaves crown jewels at home

> Meghan wears Diana's watch but not engagement ring on UK visit.
- Title: Meghan leaves crown jewels at home · Dailymail | Shortify
- Summary: Meghan wears Diana's watch but not engagement ring on UK visit. Meghan Markle skipped her engagement ring for first public appearance with Prince Harry since…
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- Published: 2026-10-15T11:14:01+00:00
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## Meghan skips engagement ring
Meghan Markle did not wear her engagement ring from Prince Harry for their first joint public appearance together since returning to the UK.
## Diana's Cartier watch
Meghan wore Princess Diana's Cartier Tank Française watch, worth £17,800 ($24,020), which was gifted to her after she married the Duke of Sussex.
## Fitness tracker accessory
She accessorised her autumnal outfit with her wedding band and an Oura ring, a titanium fitness tracker that can read your heart rate, sleep quality, number of calories burnt and other health metrics.
## Ring history
Harry proposed to Meghan in 2017, enlisting the late Queen Elizabeth II's regular jeweller, Cleave & Company, to design a unique jewel for his bride-to-be.
## Ring alterations
Since the proposal in Nottingham Cottage, it is believed the ring has been altered four times, including a 2019 resize with added diamonds.
## Ring's current state
The ring was notably absent during several of Meghan's appearances in 2023 when a loose stone was reportedly being repaired.
## Public appearance
Meghan and Harry made their first joint public appearance in Nottingham after returning to the UK, greeted by 100 fans.
## Crowd reaction
Meghan accepted bouquets and balloons from well-wishers as she told them 'it's great to be back'.
## Source insight
A source said there is a 'really nice synergy' in their return to Nottingham nine years on, with Meghan reading scripts and focusing on charity work.
## Future focus
Meghan is a full-time mum and entrepreneur, while Harry focuses on charity work, especially Invictus.
## Key takeaway

Meghan Markle skipped her engagement ring for first public appearance with Prince Harry since returning to UK.