The secret behind Gauri Spratt's wedding ring that took 131 artisans to create

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt's intimate wedding had everyone's attention after the ceremony for, Gauri's extraordinary bespoke wedding ring. Far from a conventional diamond band, the custom-made piece features an ultra-rare natural Madagascar ruby and was crafted over 256 hours by 131 skilled artisans.

The couple tied the knot on July 5 at Aamir Khan's Bandra residence in Mumbai in the presence of their children, close family members and a small circle of friends. While Aamir chose an ivory dhoti-kurta paired with a statement brooch, Gauri wore a pastel-toned lehenga with layered necklaces and fresh flowers adorning her hair. It was her unique ruby ring, however, that became the most talked-about details from the wedding.

Created by luxury jewellery brand QWEEN, the ring centres around a rare natural cabochon-cut ruby sourced from Madagascar. According to Amit Kumar, co-founder and CEO of QWEEN, finding the gemstone alone took more than three months due to its exceptional rarity.

Speaking about the creation process, Kumar revealed that the ring required over 256 hours of craftsmanship and the expertise of 131 pairs of masterful hands, covering everything from design development to stone setting and finishing. He described the Madagascar ruby as "rarer than one in a million" and said the goal from the outset was to create a piece that looked "quite literally, like royalty."

Unlike traditional engagement or wedding rings where gemstones sit on a simple band, Gauri's ring features a raised crown-inspired gold setting. The ruby is secured in a prong setting inside a scalloped gold gallery that rises into crown-like points before flowing into a finely crafted milgrain band. This intricate detailing is commonly associated with vintage heirloom jewellery and royal coronation pieces.

Another striking feature is the gemstone's cabochon cut. Instead of being faceted for maximum sparkle like most modern bridal jewellery, the ruby has been polished into a smooth, domed shape.

Madagascar rubies have become highly sought-after in the luxury jewellery world for their deep red hues, impressive clarity and natural saturation. In recent decades, gemstones from the island have gained recognition as some of the finest in the world, with many collectors comparing them to the legendary Burmese rubies prized for generations.

According to the jeweller, the intention was never to create a trendy wedding band but a couture heirloom that could be passed down through generations. 

This is not the first personalised jewellery piece Aamir Khan has commissioned for Gauri Spratt. Earlier this year, she was seen wearing another bespoke ring gifted by the actor, featuring a Brazilian aquamarine surrounded by natural diamonds.