Ancient Signet
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Rock Crystal
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Georgian Signet Rings
Jasper
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Signet Rings
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
20th Century Greek Classical Greek Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Signet Rings
18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
20th Century Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s North American Modern Signet Rings
Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Signet Rings
22k Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
1990s Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold, 10k Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
2010s American Classical Greek Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
2010s Signet Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s European Signet Rings
Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Hellenistic Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Hellenistic Signet Rings
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Signet Rings
22k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Silver, Bronze
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Finding the Right signet-rings for You
Traditionally considered a ring for men, a vintage signet ring is a popular gift today for anyone who desires an expressive, timeless piece of jewelry that can feature all manner of engraved motifs, gemstones, specific symbols or monograms.
Whether it's an antique gold signet ring, diamond signet ring or some other classic iteration, signet rings get their name from signus, which means “sign” in Latin.
These rings, which may historically be referred to as “seal rings,” date back thousands of years and were used as a form of signature. Whatever may have been engraved on the ring — a married couple’s initials, a family crest — identified ownership for the purposes of authenticating documents and more when impressed on soft wax. During the Middle Ages, signet rings were symbols of power and prestige and common accessories for nobility. Later, during the 19th century, precious and semiprecious stones such as rubies and diamonds were added to gold signet rings as they took on a more ornate appearance than they had previously.
In recent years, fashion has been primarily about individuality, and nothing is more personal than a jewel bearing a name or monogram. That is the reason jewelers have revived traditional signet rings, custom-engraving their designs with customers’ preferred words or symbols. Those who prefer the thrill of the hunt have a range of vintage letter charms and pendants to sift through.
And it isn't all about men's signet rings anymore, either — the accessory is for everyone. Princess Diana wore a signet ring that was a gift from Charles before their wedding, and we all know that the royals are top-tier fashion influencers, especially when it comes to rings.
Find vintage diamond signet rings, onyx signet rings and other types of rings on 1stDibs.
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