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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
Antique Jade Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 14k, Swiss. This classic signet ring is set with a fine intaglio-cut jade decorated
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Signet Rings
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
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
Antique Edwardian Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 10k Yellow Gold Signet Ring, the top measures 1/2 x 3/8 inch, weighs 3.3 Grams and has
Category
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
10k 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
