The movies shapes our dreams of possessing that perfect piece of jewelry. Looking at what our favorite actresses are wearing, we decide what would look good (or not) if we could get our hands on such a beautiful piece. But did you ever wonder about the fascinating stories behind each of these truly unique pieces on the screen orin the private lives of your beloved stars?

In her beautiful new book, If These Jewels Could Talk, jewelry industry expert Berth Bernstein reveal the stories behind many particular pieces, including dreamy engagement rings throughout the history of Hollywood!

Each chapter of the book highlights a different gemstones, giving a new perspective to the stories of jewels and the Hollywood stars.

Of course, it’s with no surprise that the diamond chapter unveils the most amazing engagement rings of all. In Hollywood, diamonds have been a girl’s best friend since day one. Indeed, 40s Hollywood star Paulette Goddard pictured bellow received many diamond gifts from her admires, fiancés and husbands.

Let’s not forget to mention Elizabeth Taylor’s engagement ring: she had the legendary Krupp diamond set in platinum with two triangular diamonds on either side. It was (guess what) her favorite piece and she wore it everyday. The 33.19 carat stone was renamed the “Elizabeth Taylor Diamond” after her death.

Nowadays, Hollywood stars are still wearing impressive rocks, and when Brad Pitt proposed to Angelina Jolie, he worked with jeweler Robert Procop for over a year to make sure the ring will be a perfect fit!

You deserve to treat yourself with some glamourous jewels! That 33.19 carat ring might be out of reach, but you can get a gorgeous copy of If These Jewels Could Talk for $95.

Don’t forget, Hollywood star owned or not, every piece of jewelry has a history. What’s yours?