From Her Wedding Tiara to a Pasta Necklace, See Meghan's Most Memorable Jewellery Moments

Naturally, the piece of jewellery that got most people talking in 2018 was Meghan's engagement ring, which we got plenty of glimpses at early in the year as Meghan and Harry began a series of royal engagements as a couple.

Meghan's ring was designed by Prince Harry and made by Cleave and Company. The centre stone is a diamond from Botswana (where the couple had a romantic holiday in the early stages of their relationship), while the two smaller stones are diamonds from Harry's personal collection, given to him by Princess Diana.

The ring is truly one of a kind, not just because of the sentimental story behind the stones, but because the jewellers who made it confirmed there will be no copies or replicas made. Stephen Connelly, director of Cleave and Company, told the Associated Press, "We're not going to be making replicas of it. If you want a ring, then we'll design you a different one."

Of all of Meghan's 2018 moments, obviously her wedding is the most memorable, and we're still not over her choice of tiara. The Queen Mary Bandeau Tiara was made specifically to house the brooch at its centre, which has 10 brilliant diamonds that date back to 1893. The brooch was originally gifted to then-Princess Mary in 1893 by the County of Lincoln on her marriage to Prince George, Duke of York. She had the tiara made in 1932 and bequeathed to Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The Queen then loaned it to Meghan for her wedding day.

Though her engagement ring and wedding band now take pride of place on Meghan's left hand, on her right, she often experiments with other delicate pieces. During a visit to the Hubb Community Kitchen, one of the charity projects she has been heavily involved in since becoming Duchess of Sussex, Meghan wore a Solange Azagury-Partridge ring that spelled out the word "Love."

On a trip to Scotland in February, Meghan sported no less than five rings on one hand, with a value of over £5,000. She began with stackable styles from Maison Birks, a Canadian fine jewellery brand. She teamed the Diamond Snowflake Ring and the Splash Ring with two Catbird NYC Threadbare Rings and the Missoma Interstellar Ring.

When Meghan and Harry waved from the car on her way to their wedding reception, all eyes were on the giant aquamarine ring that Meghan had added to her outfit. The Asprey gem came from Princess Diana's collection, and it made the perfect "something blue" for the bride. She wore the ring again during the royal tour of Australia.

When she visited Brinsworth House in December, Meghan wore the Kismet by Milka Hamsa Ring. Fans were quick to note the significance of the ring, which features a talisman to ward off the evil eye, bringing its wearer protection from misfortune. Some people suggested Meghan had chosen this ring to make a subtle statement about the negative press that she was the subject of towards the end of the year.

During the royal tour of New Zealand, Meghan was gifted this Pounamu (greenstone) necklace by the New Zealand governor General Patsy Reddy. The Maori design pendant is by designer Kiri Nathan, who explains on her website that "Pounamu is traditionally handed down as a valued heirloom or given as a gift to affirm relationships, peace, love and safe journeys/life."

When she was spotted making her way to Prince Charles's 70th Birthday celebrations, Meghan was wearing a dramatic pair of drop earrings that we first saw at a state dinner in Fiji.

Diana wore the earrings on a visit to Canada in 1986, and Meghan also chose to take them abroad, sporting them during the royal tour of Australia and New Zealand.

She also wore the beautiful diamond studs, which are said to be inspired by the icy Canadian Winter, when she and Harry attended the Royal Variety Performance in November.

Meghan also owns a pair of Maison Birks Bee Chic Earrings with blue topaz stones, which she wore to the Sentebale Polo match in July.

These white gold and diamond earrings by Cartier must also hold a very special place in Meghan's heart. Not only has she worn them to a number of high profile royal events, they were also her choice for her wedding day.

Meghan's modern style means she's rarely seen in pearls, but she does make an exception in certain company. Pearls are said to be a favourite of Queen Elizabeth II, and the Queen actually gifted these delicate studs to Meghan. It's no surprise the duchess chose to wear them when she was invited to visit Chester in the company of the Queen.

Yet another pair of earrings from Meghan's beloved Maison Birks, these citrine and diamond drops made a few appearances in 2018, including the royal tour in New Zealand.

On a casual appearance in London in April, Meghan sported a number of delicate gold bracelets, including one by affordable California-based label Tai Jewellery.

For her first appearance after marrying Prince Harry, Meghan chose very classic jewellery, adding a simple diamond tennis bracelet to her wrist, to go with her engagement ring and wedding band. It's thought that this bracelet may be from Cartier, given to Meghan as a gift from Prince Harry.

While on the royal tour in Melbourne, Australia, in October, Meghan wore the chic Shaun Leane Yellow Gold Vermeil Diamond Tusk Bangle.

Meghan returned to a jewellery favourite, Missoma, when she was looking for accessories for her first trip to Sussex since becoming Duchess of Sussex, in October. She wore the brand's Rainbow Moonstone Beaded Bracelet and Double Chain Bracelet as well as the Open Heart Signet Ring and her Catbird NYC Threadbare Rings.

When she made a surprise appearance at the Fashion Awards in November, Meghan teamed her Givenchy gown with gold cuffs and bangles designed by Pippa Small. She wore the Wajiha Cuff, the Omeen Bangle, and the Oshna Bangle.