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Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II married at Westminster Abbey on November 20, 1947. The monarch has often worn sentimental pieces of jewellery which were designed by the Duke of Edinburgh.
Speaking on ITV news, journalist Eve Pollard discussed Prince Philip's marriage to the Queen.
She explained the Duke had a "romantic" side and designed the engagement ring he gave to her.
The piece has been valued at between £100,000 to £150,000.
Eve said: "He was slightly romantic too. He designed the Queen's engagement ring.
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© GETTYQueen Elizabeth II: Prince Philip ring jewellery
© GETTYQueen Elizabeth II: Prince Philip ring wedding
"He took it from diamonds from his mother's tiara.
"His mother's tiara had been put in a bank in Paris. He and his three sisters, who were then alive, had to sign and get it out."
The expert explained the Queen's engagement ring was made from a tiara which belonged to the Prince's mother, Princess Andrew of Greece.
Royal engagement rings have brought much attention over the years and they often have sentimental meanings.
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The Queen's diamond piece was no different as it was specially designed by the Prince.
The stunning jewel is a platinum ring set with eleven diamonds, a three carat round solitaire and five small surrounding stones.
This was not the only piece of jewellery Prince Philip designed for his wife, however.
The Duke of Edinburgh gifted the Queen a diamond bracelet ahead of their wedding.
© GETTYQueen Elizabeth II: monarch engagement ring
"He also designed a bracelet which she wears quite often over long white gloves for evening events," Eve continued.
The diamond bracelet, often called the Edinburgh Wedding Bracelet, has been worn by the royal at various formal events.
The jewellery consists of three large brilliant-cut diamonds with a geometric design.
It is made of three square links which are connected by vertical sections and is also set in platinum.
© EXPRESSQueen Elizabeth II: royal engagement ring
While the bracelet has been in the Queen's possession for many years, she will only wear it on certain occasions.
These have mostly included formal events, where she will wear it over white gloves, or in portraits.
It would also appear the monarch has allowed others to borrow the sentimental jewel.
Kate Middleton previously wore the piece for various black tie events.