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The Guardian - UK
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Sarah Left

Gem of an idea


One of these rings is a Windsor family heirloom. The other costs £19 from Asda. Can you guess which is which?

Yesterday, I brought you the best the web has to offer in Charles and Camilla memorabilia. Frankly, it was a pathetic selection of old newspapers and homemade fridge magnets.

But today brings news that Asda plans to sell a £19 copy of Camilla's engagement ring. Where Camilla has platinum, Asda uses sterling silver, and that enormous diamond has been replaced with cubic zirconia.

As Asda puts it: "The exclusive Camilla-inspired ring will give all budding prince charmings the chance to impress their princess this spring and still have change left over for the weekly shop." Guys, if you really want to impress a woman by spending £19 at Asda, I suggest you visit the booze aisle.

If you have a bit more to spend on the weekly shop than most, Asda will also be producing a somewhat more authentic version of the ring for £30,000. Once again, though, I'd go with the booze.

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