Toi et Moi Rings Inspired by Royal Romances

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Royal history is rich with legendary love stories—and jewelers have long drawn on these tales to craft Toi et Moi rings that feel nothing short of regal. The ultimate origin, Napoleon's 1796 gift to Joséphine, set the precedent: two stones side by side, symbolizing two sovereigns of the heart.

Centuries later, the Prince of Wales followed suit in 1917, presenting the future Queen Mary with a sapphire-and-diamond Toi et Moi, its deep blue gem representing loyalty beside a brilliant for purity. More recently, Princess Grace and Prince Rainier's 1956 engagement featured an elegant emerald paired with a diamond, evoking the lush gardens of Monaco and the star quality of Hollywood's “Princess.”

Modern houses continue to honor this legacy. One notable reinterpretation celebrates Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's union, pairing a cushion-cut center diamond with two smaller accent stones—subtly referencing the three generations of women in Harry's life. Another bespoke creation for Princess Charlene blends a pear-shaped pink sapphire with a round white diamond, the stones cradled in rose gold petals that whisper of both romance and Riviera splendour.

These royal-inspired Toi et Moi designs do more than sparkle—they encapsulate timeless narratives of duty, devotion, and destiny. When you choose a ring influenced by a storied dynasty, you carry forward centuries of romance—and write your own chapter in the royal chronicle.