Kelly Clarkson Takes Loss

Kelly Clarkson’s quest to own Jane Austen’s antique ring has officially come to a disappointing end. After purchasing the beauty at auction, it was denied export because of “national treasure” status and Jane Austen’s House Museum in Chawton, Hampshire was given a few months to raise £152,450 to match her bid. The non-profit officially raised the rest of the funds over the weekend, leaving Clarkson out of luck for the something old item needed for her upcoming marriage.

No doubt the result was disappointing for Clarkson, but she was very gracious about her loss. In fact, she even reached out to British Austen fans to give them a thumbs up.