August 27, 2025 | 05:43 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. While the joyous news itself thrilled fans, much of the spotlight has fallen on Swift’s stunning engagement ring, a rare antique diamond with a Victorian-era design.
The piece features an eight-carat cushion-cut diamond set in 18-carat yellow gold, combining elegance, history, and exclusivity. Experts estimate the ring’s value at anywhere from US$250,000 to US$5 million (up to Rp80 billion).
Curious about what makes this ring so extraordinary? Here are five fascinating facts about Taylor Swift’s engagement ring.
5 Interesting Facts About Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring
1. Victorian-Era Antique Design
According to Brides, the ring exudes a vintage Victorian aura. Benjamin Khordipour from Estate Diamond Jewelry highlighted its ornate engravings and delicate gold details, describing it as refined and timeless.
2. Eight-Carat Cushion-Cut Diamond
At the heart of the ring lies an elongated cushion-cut diamond weighing about eight carats, graded F in color and VS1 in clarity. The stone is secured with delicate needle-point prongs, enhancing its brilliance.
3. Custom-Made for Swift
Page Six reported that Kelce worked with Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry to specially design the ring. This personalized touch makes the piece even more meaningful.
4. Value Estimated Up to Rp80 Billion
Jewelry experts differ on the ring’s value. Estimates range from US$550,000 (around Rp9 billion) to as high as US$5 million. Celebrity jeweler George Khalife suggested the value could easily reach US$3.5–5 million.
5. Rare Old Mine Diamond
Jillian Sassone of Marrow Fine emphasized the uniqueness of the old mine diamond, a stone cut and mined with traditional methods rarely used today. “This ring is effortless, classic, and very Swift,” she said.
A portrait of Taylor Swift's engagement ring from Travis Kelce. Photo: Instagram/@taylorswift
A Ring That Reflects Swift’s Personality
Beyond its dazzling design, experts say the ring mirrors Swift’s character. Neil Dutta of Angelic Diamonds noted that the antique style and yellow gold band feel warm and romantic, complementing Swift’s elegant yet approachable persona.
Khalife added that the use of a historic diamond gives the ring a story of its own, making it especially distinctive among celebrity engagement rings.
Swift & Kelce’s Engagement Announcement
Swift and Kelce shared their engagement news with fans on Instagram, writing playfully: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” alongside photos filled with flowers.
The couple, who began dating in 2023, have often been spotted supporting each other: Swift cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, and Kelce attending stops of her global Eras Tour.
The announcement comes just weeks after Swift revealed her upcoming 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. Kelce, in a recent GQ interview, described their romance as feeling like “a regular people falling in love,” despite the global attention surrounding their relationship.
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