Taylor Swift’s engagement ring has an Indian connection? Viral video teases possibility

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have finally taken one step forward to 'happily ever after' in their much talked about romance. The couple announced this joyous news with fans on August 26 on their Instagram handle with the caption “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” Social media literally broke for two days after this news dropped and while fans congratulated her on the big news, many couldn't stop looking at her sparkling engagement ring. The ring that has apparently sparked conversations beyond Hollywood.

Details reveal Taylor Swift's engagement ring has Indian connection

Taylor Swift's engagement ring is a natural old mine-cut diamond set in a yellow gold bezel, created by designer Kindred Lubeck. After her announcement, industry experts even wondered that 'will her ring be the official stamp to launch a trend for old mine-cut diamonds?' Well, the question still lingers in sight. But for those who is unaware about this cut, old mine-cuts are the vintage darlings of the gem world. They are rare, imperfect, and deeply romantic because they have been handcrafted centuries ago. This isn't just any overpriced ring; it's a little piece of history you're witnessing on Taylor's finger.

The curiosity behind the ring doesn't only stop there. On August 27, a viral video added more sparkle to the story view and pointed out something more interesting. According to the video, the rise of South African mines “nearly all diamonds came from India and Brazil.” Which means Taylor's engagement ring could possibly have ties with India's storied diamond legacy.

And what a rich legacy it is. The famed Golconda mines, located in present-day Andhra Pradesh, once produced over 12 million carats of diamonds over 2,000 years. These weren’t just any stones but legendary gems like the Hope Diamond, the Regent, and the Kohinoor which all hailed from Golconda.

So, now the question stays 'is Taylor Swift's ring directly linked to these mines?' There's no concrete proof to it. But the vintage old mine-cut style makes it a “fascinating possibility.” But where it's a nod to history or a trend setting moment, one thing is sure shot: her engagement ring is telling a story that stretches way back to India.

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