Read more : Walking in the footsteps of Jane Austen . A ring once owned by 19th century novelist Kelly Clarkson was auctioned 19th century . American singer Jane Austen bought the ring , which had sale price of Â£152,450 . The UK government put an export ban on the item due to its historical link to UK . Sotheby 's has successfully raised funds to buy back the ring .
A ring once owned by 19th century novelist Kelly Clarkson was auctioned 19th century . American singer Jane Austen bought the ring , which had sale price of Â£152,450 . The UK government put an export ban on the item due to its historical link to UK . Sotheby 's has successfully raised funds to buy back the ring .