Guess it had to take nine years of passionate love and five kids to finally see Cristiano Ronaldo start thinking about his future. We hope you haven’t been living under a rock, because the Portuguese superstar has finally popped the question to his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez. The news has the entire sporting and entertainment world lit up as fans and media alike celebrate this much-anticipated milestone in the couple’s journey.

From the moment CR7 first broke the internet with the revelation that he was dating a Gucci store employee to now becoming one of the most prominent couples, the two have certainly come a long way. No wonder Rodríguez proudly posted a picture of her beautiful ring online today on Instagram, keeping her left hand above Ronaldo’s hand, with a caption saying, “Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives.”

Such an unexpected announcement had to leave everyone in awe, drawing a flood of congratulations and love from family, friends, and millions of fans around the globe. But this also raises a unique yet obvious question that is in the minds of many: how much did the ring cost?

How much did the ring set back Cristiano Ronaldo?

For a man with a net worth of over a billion dollars proposing to his long-time girlfriend — who, mind you, also earns millions through her successful fashion, modeling, and lifestyle career — one can’t help but wonder what the price bar might be for such a successful and wealthy couple. Sure, the proposal itself is priceless and there’s no specific price tag one can put on love, but it does make everyone a little curious, doesn’t it?

Well, we can confirm that this invaluable gesture from Cristiano Ronaldo certainly came with a hefty price tag. As per various sources, many jewelers have estimated that Georgina Rodriguez’s ring is an oval-cut diamond to be between 25 and 30 carats, flanked by two smaller stones of around 1 carat each. And word around the town is that the value of that precious ring is somewhere between $2 million and $5 million.

The reason this ring costs so much is because of the main diamond, which is of ‘flawless’ quality. This makes it not only one of the most luxurious engagement rings in the sports world but also one of the most extravagant in celebrity history. Honestly, it’s worth every penny, not just because of its breathtaking looks but also for the fact that it describes Ronaldo’s love for his significant other.

Perhaps further words from the experts may tell you more about the ring, like Laura Taylor, an engagement ring specialist at Lorel Diamonds. She told Page Six that the center stone of the ring, which weighs around 15 to 20 carats alone, earns a price tag of $2 million. “Oval cuts are known for their brilliant faceting, which maximizes sparkle and gives the stone a bright, lively appearance from every angle,” said Taylor.

Looks like Cristiano had already picked out the perfect ring for Georgina. And why wouldn’t he, considering both had their minds around tying the knot for quite a while? Like back in 2022, during an interview with Piers Morgan, the former Real Madrid forward said, “[Marriage is] something that’s not in my plans now, but in the future, I do want to. I can see in the future that I think I deserve it; she deserves it.” 

Even Rodriguez commented on this much-awaited possibility, saying, “Right now we have priorities and a lot of responsibilities, although in the future it would be marvelous to become Cristiano’s wife,” she said in a previous interview. Interestingly enough, in her docuseries, ‘Soy Georgina’, the Spanish-Argentinian model vocally admitted that she and Ronaldo are already married ‘in the eyes of God’.

Then again, it had to be made official at least in the eyes of the entire world, and boy, did Cristiano nail it with a perfect ring by splurging a lot of money, something which the 40-year-old hasn’t done for the first time!

Spending millions on a ring is nothing for CR7

Not only Cristiano Ronaldo, but also Georgina Rodriguez, to be fair, who both often surprise each other with some expensive gifts. Like, for instance, back in 2022, the supermodel made headlines when she surprised the former Juventus star with a lavish Rolls-Royce Dawn convertible for Christmas.

As for Ronaldo’s gestures toward his beloved, he has been equally extravagant. A couple of years ago, he gifted Georgina a Jacob & Co. diamond-encrusted digital watch for her birthday, featuring the letter “G” in honor of her name. A year earlier, in 2021, the football icon presented her with a luxurious Louis Vuitton jewelry box to store her impressive and extravagant collection.

Of course, this isn’t about money or who spends more on each other — it’s about making an effort. Nine years after a chance encounter that changed their lives forever, both have remained a constant presence in each other’s lives through thick and thin. No wonder Ronaldo once gave another most memorable gift to Gio on her birthday in 2023.

“This year, he gifted me his time because my birthday always coincides with a game, and I spend very few birthdays with him.” This one surely tops the list of the most expensive presents they’ve ever given each other, not in terms of money, but in value.

And guess what? With the latest engagement announcement, and considering how much Cristiano Ronaldo has spent on the ring, it seems Georgina Rodríguez is set to receive the greatest gift of all with her engagement: time! Lovely, as they say, and once again, we congratulate the power couple on this heartwarming news!