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What is the history of a signet ring?
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Signet 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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Antique Signet Rings on 1stDibs
Elegant Edwardian Gold Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
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Fine workmanship brings striking contrast to this Alsop Brothers signet ring of engraved
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold
Spectacular Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1911, 18k top, 14k band. This gorgeous 18k yellow gold signet ring features an armorial
Category
Vintage 1910s Renaissance Revival Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
excellent condition.
Remark: “Timeless, tailored, and perpetually in vogue, signet rings have always been
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Serpent Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring, the top measures 9/16 X 7/16 inch, the sides of the ring
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold
Antique 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet ring is the classic soft octagon shape and is modelled in 9ct gold. The face has
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Tiffany & Co. Signet Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
"Labore et Virtute", this Deco signet ring by Tiffany & Co. has a classic town and country look. Heavy
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
