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Belgium Gifts Trump Ambassador a $30K Diamond Ring | San Antonio News
A dazzling 250th birthday gift for the U.S. — a $25K–$35K diamond-studded ring with 321 diamonds, 56 sapphires, 13 emeralds, and six rubies — was presented to Ambassador Bill White by Belgium’s diamond industry, meant to symbolize enduring U.S.-Belgium partnership. The ring, etched with “250 YEARS USA,” is now awaiting delivery to President Trump, sparking debate over gift-giving norms at the White House. While not the most expensive present Trump has received, it’s a bold statement amid recent trade wins for Belgium and fits a growing trend of lavish gifts aimed at political favor. The ring…
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