German Signet Ring
Antique 16th Century German Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Silver
Late 20th Century German Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1850s German Signet Rings
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Renaissance Signet Rings
Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique 1830s German Signet Rings
Steel
2010s German Baroque Revival Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Signet Rings
Quartz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s French Signet Rings
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings
Chalcedony, Silver
Vintage 1960s French Retro Signet Rings
Diamond, Quartz, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 17th Century German Signet Rings
Gold
2010s German Contemporary Signet Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Signet Rings
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings
Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s European Retro Signet Rings
18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Quartz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Britannia Standard Silver, Berlin I...
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, Fire Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s German Contemporary More Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...
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2010s German Art Nouveau Wedding Rings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swiss Edwardian Signet Rings
Carnelian
Antique 1760s British George III Dangle Earrings
Crystal, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 18th Century English George II Solitaire Rings
Crystal, 15k Gold
Late 20th Century More Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century English Band Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s Finnish Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
2010s American Classical Greek Fashion Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
20th Century German Modernist Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold
2010s German Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century American Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
American Signet Rings
Antique 18th Century Unknown Empire Charm Bracelets
Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
20th Century German Art Deco Signet Rings
Amber, 9k Gold, Gold
Antique 17th Century German Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16th Century German Signet Rings
Silver
Antique 1890s German Late Victorian Signet Rings
Gold
Antique 1770s German Baroque Signet Rings
Bronze
Antique 16th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Silver
Vintage 1920s Signet Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Georgian Signet Rings
2010s Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s German Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Signet Rings
Silver
Antique 1890s German Signet Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Signet Rings
Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold
Antique 1810s German Signet Rings
9k Gold
Vintage 1950s German Modern Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Signet Rings
Vermeil
Antique 1880s Signet Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary German Greek Revival Signet Rings
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Classical Greek Signet Rings
Rock Crystal, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Late 20th Century German Modern Fashion Rings
Black Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century German Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Belgian Edwardian Signet Rings
Mid-20th Century German Retro Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s German Signet Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Antique 1810s German Signet Rings
Berlin Iron, Steel
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Signet Rings
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century German Art Deco Signet Rings
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
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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.
- Do signet rings have stones?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some signet rings feature stones and others do not. A signet ring is designed to signify that the wearer belongs to a particular group or simply to identify the individual. These rings have been worn for thousands of years and were a sign of status and importance. Shop a collection of signet rings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Signet rings originated around 3500 BC in Mesopotamia and featured a sign that was used to seal documents by pressing the ring into sealing wax. They could also be used to stamp a family crest and were considered as authentic as a signature. Shop a collection of vintage signet rings from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a gold signet ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The gold signet ring is traditionally a symbol of heritage. It is often handed down through the generations of a family. It is also known as the “gentleman's ring” or “seal rings.” The name comes from the Latin 'Signum' which means “sign.” On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold signet rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What wearing a signet ring means has changed over time. Today, most people wear signet rings to represent their personal prestige or to celebrate their heritage. When first designed during Victorian times, signet rings allowed men to seal their letters with a customized stamp. Find a range of signet rings on 1stDibs.
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