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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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Signet Ring Unisex Snake Serpents Silver Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signet Ring Unisex Snake Serpents Silver Ring
Designer: J DAUPHIN
A heavy band ring in gold plated brass with a raised silver plate set flat across the top surface.
Category
2010s Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Victorian Pink Red Tourmaline Cabochon 14k Gold Square Signet Ring Band
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Crafted in rich, buttery 14ct yellow gold, the piece has a satisfyingly chunky feel and wraps beautifully around the finger — perfect as a substantial signet ring or worn stylishly a...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Australian Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 Vintage Signet Ring.
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
The top of this antique signet ring is square and has the initials J G B.
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 bicentenary of the Assay)
Makers Mark J H
This vintage signet ring is a stunnin...
Category
Late 20th Century English Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Engraved 1888 Sardonyx Intaglio Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique Sardonyx intaglio ring with engraving on the underside of the head that reads "Engine co 20 to Lieut J.P. Dean Nov 2 '88" A very special ring that is in wonderful condition f...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Late Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold


