We all know about engagement rings and wedding bands, but have you ever heard of "divorce withdrawal" rings? In the land of K-dramas, expect romantic gestures to always go the extra mile. Case in point: Queen of Tears is making "divorce withdrawal" rings happen, and it's definitely setting a new standard as far as proposals go!
The drama, which stars Hallyu heavyweights Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, tells the story of married couple Baek Hyun-woo and Hong Hae-in. Shortly after going through a heartbreaking divorce settlement, they find themselves reigniting their romance and fighting for a miracle. Without spoiling too much, Episode 12 finally brings viewers a much-anticipated scene featuring Hyun-woo confessing his true feelings to Hae-in. And as with every "proposal," the romantic moment calls for the most jaw-dropping promise ring.
The Exact "Divorce Withdrawal" Ring in "Queen of Tears"
Making a quick stop at an idyllic spot with the most beautiful sunset, Hyun-woo (Kim Soo Hyun) popped the question, requesting for Hae-in (Kim Ji Won) to withdraw their recently filed divorce as he dreamily expressed his love. He took out a small red box, unmistakably emblazoned with a Bulgari logo. Inside, a diamond ring with a blinding sparkle immediately glimmered through the sunlight.
Granted, the proposal didn't exactly pan out the way we were expecting, but even Hae-in herself couldn't keep herself from further "analyzing" the ring and trying it on. "A round brilliant cut," she mused.
In case you're curious (because how could you not be), the exact "divorce withdrawal" ring that Hyun-woo gave Hae-in in the drama is Bulgari's Roma Amor ring. Notably featured in the Italian luxury jewelry brand's "Wonders of Love" campaign, it's a solitaire ring in platinum with a round brilliant cut diamond taking centerstage and pavé diamonds delicately adorning the band. Fun fact: The said campaign for Bulgari's bridal collection celebrates unconditional love. If read backwards, "Roma" turns into "Amor," which translates to love in Italian. How fitting!
A thin-sized Roma Amor wedding band in 18 kt white gold with demi-pave 0.18-carat diamonds starts at $2,000 or roughly P115,000. The one of Hae-in's, however, comes with an addition of a solitaire diamond that's at least 1.5 carats. While there's no official info available on the price of her exact ring, a similar 1.5-carat Bulgari ring called Dedicata a Venezia was listed and sold for $31,436.88 at 1stdibs.com—that's approximately P1.8 million*, give or take.
The Exact Wedding Rings in "Queen of Tears"
TBH, it shouldn't be surprising at all that Hyun-woo would give Hae-in a "divorce withdrawal" ring that's worth a fortune. After all, their wedding rings were also from the Italian luxury jewelry brand. What used to adorn Hae-in's ring finger was Bulgari's Serpenti Viper wedding band fully paved with diamonds, while her groom Hyun-woo opted for a matching ring in white gold devoid of sparklers.
Serpenti Viper Ring, P435,000, BULGARI, bulgari.com
Serpenti Ring, $1920 (approx. P106,300), BULGARI, bulgari.com
Queen of Tears is streaming on Netflix.
*Note: Some of the prices mentioned in this article have been sourced from authorized resellers and not directly from the brand's official website. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, it is important to note that prices may vary depending on the reseller and the region. We encourage readers to visit the official brand website or consult authorized resellers for the most up-to-date pricing information.
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