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What is a gold signet ring?

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What is a gold signet ring?
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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Crest Signet Ring Skull Black Diamond Gold Plated Silver Victorian Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Crest Skull Signet Ring – 14K Gold Plated Sterling Silver, Victorian Memento Mori
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate

Diamond Signet Ring in Recycled 14K Yellow Gold & Diamond by J. Hannah
Located in Geneve, CH
Diamond Signet Ring in Recycled 14K Yellow Gold & Diamond by J. Hannah Dimensions: Ø 1,4 cm
Category

2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 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
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

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
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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