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What is a gold signet ring?
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The 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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White Diamond Gold Crest Signet Ring Antique Style White Yellow Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring 14k Yellow and White Gold J Dauphin
Inspired by Queen Mary of
Category
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Skull Emerald
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Crest Ring Signet Ring Skull Memento Mori Style
Gold Plated Silver
J DAUPHIN signature
Category
2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique 9 Carat Soft Tone Rose Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct rose gold. The colour of the ring is very soft rose gold. The
Category
Vintage 1920s British Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Oval Signet Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1963
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring
9ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1963
Makers Mark S J R
Lovely, Unisex
Category
Mid-20th Century English Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, horse's head hallmark.
The top of this antique signet ring is square
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Birmingham Hallmarked, 1970s Square Shaped Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring
9ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham Y 1973 (Special mark used to commemorate the
Category
Late 20th Century English Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold