Meghan Markle’s VERY expensive Megxit jewellery box!

Since she married Prince Harry three years ago the Duchess of Sussex has become known for her love of delicate jewellery steeped in symbolic meaning,    

But since she officially stepped back from royal duty in March, Meghan Markle, 40, who lives with her family in a $14 million California mansion, has been wearing jewels that are particularly eye catching.

The mother-of-two has worn new pieces worth a staggering £14,715 throughout the year, as well as her usual accessories including Princess Diana’s tank watch, her £271,000 engagement ring and a £45,000 sparkler ‘made from Middle Eastern gift’.   

Here, FEMAIL reveals all of the jewelry Meghan added to her very pricey jewellery box this year – as well as the meaning and history of each very valuable piece.

PENDANT WHICH ‘BOOSTS SELF-CONFIDENCE AND PROVIDES STRONGER CONNECTION TO INNER VOICE’

First worn: February for James Corden appearance  

While making a guest appearance in James Corden’s interview with Prince Harry, Meghan opted to wear a necklace from her close friend Taryn Toomey’s brand The Class.

The Trapezoid Necklace in Lapis, £1,075.37, is described as being ‘widely regarded as a token of sincerity and wisdom.’

An online description also highlights how the piece is ‘especially helpful to anyone in need of a boost in self-confidence and a stronger connection to their inner voice.’

It’s not the first time the Duchess has promoted her friend’s brand. 

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex faced criticism in May 2019 for using a mental health campaign on their official Instagram account to promote an exclusive £900-a-night retreat run by Taryn.

The couple told their 7.6million followers that they wanted to ‘shine a light’ on those doing ‘amazing work for mental health’ – but among the many admirable causes is a lucrative business run by fashion industry executive turned fitness guru Taryn, who attended Meghan’s New York baby shower.  

A CHIC COMPLEMENT TO EVERYDAY STYLE’: £2,264 MINI TENNIS BRACELET FROM JENNIFER MEYER 

First worn: March for Oprah Winfrey interview 

Meghan has added a more dainty £2,264 mini gold tennis bracelet designed by Jennifer Meyer, estranged wife of actor Tobey Maguire, to her jewellery collection. 

On her website, the jewelry designer describes the bracelet as ‘chic complement to everyday style’ and ‘a true staple.’  

She first wore the piece during the Oprah Winfrey interview in March, but has since gone on to wear it on multiple occasions during the year.  

THE £2,950 DIAMOND JEWELS WORN IN ARCHIE’S CHICKEN COOP 

First worn: March for Oprah WInfrey interview

The Duchess of Sussex showcased her own take on ‘back to basics’ style by donning a pair of £2,950 earrings with a wax jacket and a pair of wellies during her explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey. 

The mother-of-one, who is known for her love of designer brands and expensive jewellery, added a touch of Hollywood glamour to her look by wearing a pair of dazzling diamond earrings by designer Jessica McCormack.   

Jessica’s collection of delicate hoops, suspending diamonds, sapphires and rubies, has become a clear best seller for the brand.

The earrings have been a particular hit with celebs, with the likes of Victoria Beckham and Rosie Huntington Whitley sharing Instagram snaps of themselves wearing the jewellery.

The Duchess if a huge fan of the brand, previously wearing the earrings on an International Women’s Day panel two years ago while pregnant with son Archie Harrison.

£100 ‘WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT’ NECKLACE WHICH ‘CELEBRATES SOCIAL JUSTICE’

First worn: May for VaxLive appearance 

The Duchess of Sussex sported an eclectic collection of jewellery as she made an appearance at the star-studded Vax Live telecast in May.

Among the pieces she wore was an £100 ‘Woman Power Charm Necklace’ from jewellery brand Awe Inspired.

The company states on its website: ‘Celebrating intersectional feminism and social justice is at the core of who we are and what we do.

‘20% of all proceeds benefit our incredible charity partners, each chosen for the direct impact they have on the lives of women overcoming adversity.’ 

THE £1,283 ASTROLOGICALS TRIBUTE TO ARCHIE AND LILIBET ON HER 40th BIRTHDAY  

First worn: August for her 40×40 birthday video  

Meghan Markle shared a sweet tribute to her two children as she marked her 40th birthday in a pair of necklaces featuring their star sign constellations. 

The Duchess of Sussex wore the dainty silver necklaces resembling the astrological signs of Taurus Archie, who was born in May 2018 and Lilibet, who is a Gemini having been born in June this year.  

 The $1,785 (£1,283) accessory is by LA-based designer Logan Hollowell and is available in 14k gold and diamond or white sapphire.

£450 HAND-SHAPED AMULET THAT’S REPUTED TO BRING FORTUNE, THE SIMPLE HOOP EARRINGS – WITH A £264 PRICE TAG AND THE £956 GOLD BRACELET ENGRAVED WITH ARCH LOVES LILI

First worn: September while visiting New York 

As fashionable talismanic symbols go, it’s up there with the evil eye.

Dangling from ears, adorning rings, worn as a pendant, even at the end of a keychain, the hamsa — a symbol in the shape of a hand and said to convey protective powers on the wearer — has become the accessory de jour for a veritable gallery of celebrities.

The Duchess of Sussex notably sported a small but glittering hamsa on the £450 necklace by Turkish-inspired jewellery designer Alemdara as she visited the United Nations, in New York, with husband Harry. 

It also has an evil eye on the 18-carat yellow gold chain, so perhaps she felt in particular need of protection. 

So what is the hamsa? Alemdara puts it like this: ‘Widely recognised in many cultures for its powers to ward off negativity, the hamsa hand’s spiritual currency is rooted in the ancient world.

‘Depicting the open right hand, legend has it that the talisman brings its owner health, luck and happiness.’

Interpretations of the meaning and power of the hamsa vary, given it is deployed across various religions, but its roots are ancient and thought to lie in the Middle East, likely ancient Egypt.

The word hamsa means five, and represents the five digits on the hand. The hand pointing up is seen as warding off evil, and a hand pointing down is used to bring blessings. 

The amulet is thought by many to symbolise the Hand of God.

Meghan wore the Adina Reyter Tube Hoops, £264, for the first time when she stepped out in New York with Prince Harry in September.

However she had long been a fan of the female-founded brand, having donned earrings from the label on multiple occasions over the years.

Among the jewelery pieces Meghan showcased for the first time in New York was a 18-karat yellow gold, polished nameplate by Jennifer Meyer engraved ‘Archie ♡ Lili’.

Online, the £956 piece is described as the ‘perfect, personal gift for yourself, someone special, or the new mom in your life.’

Jennifer was allegedly told by  Buckingham Palace officials to delete images posted online that use the royal’s image to promote her business.

The California-based jewellery designer has attracted customers by saying Meghan ‘can’t get enough’ of her pieces, which include necklaces and rings.

However Jennifer was said to have breached a non-disclosure agreement by posting Instagram pictures of Prince Harry’s wife wearing her jewellery.

A royal source told the Daily Mirror: ‘Jennifer Meyer has been told to remove the images and in no uncertain terms how damaging this could be for Meghan and the Royal Family.’

Many of Jennifer’s pieces carry hidden or symbolic meanings, with a necklace and bracelet set she wore said to be designed to ward away evil. 

THE SIMPLE £254 STUDS CRAFTED BY A NEW YORK DESIGNER  

First worn: September while visiting New York 

Made in New York, the Duchess paid homage to designer Mateo by wearing The Mini Diamond Bar bypass studs during her visit to the city.

The £245 ($325) bars are yellow gold and diamonds.

THE £113 PERSONALISED NECKLACE CRAFTED FOR MEGHAN’s ‘MINIMALIST DREAM’

First worn: November while reading The Bench 

The Duchess donned a new Elisa Pendant Necklace In 18k Gold Vermeil from American designer Kendra Scott while reading her children’s book The Bench in a video released in November.

The piece is described online as ‘the Elisa Pendant Necklace of your minimalist dreams.’

The ‘dainty’ and ‘delicate metallic chain’ can be  combined to create the ‘new favorite wear-anywhere accessory’. 

While it is not known what the Duchess had engraved on the piece, she is known to wear items which feature her children’s and husband’s initials.

THE £660 ‘EVERYDAY STATEMENT’ NECKLACE FROM MEGHAN’S FRIENDS BRAND 

First worn: November for The Ellen Show 

The Duchess added another Jennifer Meyer piece to her jewellery box as she appeared on the Ellen Show wearing the Hammered Disc Pendant necklace.

The £660 pendant is described online as ‘an everyday statement’ piece which has been handcrafted in hammered, subtly textured 18-karat gold.

THE £1547 ‘LUXURIOUS AND PERSONAL’ ZODIAC RING SET WITH ‘BRILLIANT DIAMONDS  

First worn: November for The Ellen Show 

Meanwhile the Duchess, who is known for her love of highly personal jewellery, added a third piece from the brand Mateo in November.

The royal wore the £1,547 14kt Gold Zodiac Coin Ring during her appearance on The Ellen Show.

The Zodiac coin ring is described as ‘timeless and beautiful’ made of solid 14kt yellow gold and set with brilliant diamonds. 

The online description continues: ‘They are indeed a must have and is the perfect accruement to your existing jewelry collection. Choose your sign..’