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Vintage 18K Gold Lamassu Men’s Signet Ring
Vintage 18K Gold Lamassu Men’s Signet Ring

Vintage 18K Gold Lamassu Men’s Signet Ring

Located in Venice, CA

This 18k gold signet ring depicts the Lamassu, an Assyrian deity that dates back to around 960

Category

Vintage 1980s European Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Lois D. Sasson Design 18k Yellow Gold Men's Signet Ring
Lois D. Sasson Design 18k Yellow Gold Men's Signet Ring

Lois D. Sasson Design 18k Yellow Gold Men's Signet Ring

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your style with this distinguished men's signet ring, expertly crafted in luxurious 18k

Category

2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Natural 51.90cts Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Men's Signet 18k Gold Ring
GIA Natural 51.90cts Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Men's Signet 18k Gold Ring

GIA Natural 51.90cts Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Men's Signet 18k Gold Ring

Located in Miami, FL

1970s Large Star Sapphire & Diamond Men’s Signet Ring – 18K Yellow Gold A bold and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1957 Men Signet Ring Onyx solid 18K Gold US8.5 / 2.38gr
1957 Men Signet Ring Onyx solid 18K Gold US8.5 / 2.38gr

1957 Men Signet Ring Onyx solid 18K Gold US8.5 / 2.38gr

Located in SE

ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold with carved shoulders decorated with natural black

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Classic Men's 18K Yellow Gold and Lapis-Lazuli Cabochon Signet Ring
Classic Men's 18K Yellow Gold and Lapis-Lazuli Cabochon Signet Ring

Classic Men's 18K Yellow Gold and Lapis-Lazuli Cabochon Signet Ring

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This very substantial early to Mid-20th Century signet ring, crafted from 18K yellow gold, is

Category

Mid-20th Century European Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1829 Signet Men Intaglio Ring Chalcedony solid 18K Gold ØUS9.5 /10.5gr
1829 Signet Men Intaglio Ring Chalcedony solid 18K Gold ØUS9.5 /10.5gr

1829 Signet Men Intaglio Ring Chalcedony solid 18K Gold ØUS9.5 /10.5gr

Located in SE

195 years old Signet Intaglio Ring featuring a natural red- spotted Gray - Blue Sardonyx stone with

Category

Antique 1820s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

2.57tcw Natural Round Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold – Statement
2.57tcw Natural Round Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold – Statement

2.57tcw Natural Round Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold – Statement

Located in Jaipur, RJ

preserving the weight and substance expected from a classic men’s signet. This ring is an embodiment of

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lois D. Sasson Design Men's 18k Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Signet Ring
Lois D. Sasson Design Men's 18k Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Signet Ring

Lois D. Sasson Design Men's 18k Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Signet Ring

Located in New York, NY

Crafted from lustrous 18k yellow gold, this signet ring embodies timeless elegance with a

Category

2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1836 Nordic Men Unisex Signet Ring Carnelian solid 18K Gold US7 / 5gr
1836 Nordic Men Unisex Signet Ring Carnelian solid 18K Gold US7 / 5gr

1836 Nordic Men Unisex Signet Ring Carnelian solid 18K Gold US7 / 5gr

Located in SE

Signet Ring - in Empire style in solid 18K Orange Gold adorned with bezel set Orange plate of

Category

Antique 1830s European Empire Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Vintage Signed Platinum, 18K Gold, & 1.2 Ct. Diamond Men's Signet Style Ring
Vintage Signed Platinum, 18K Gold, & 1.2 Ct. Diamond Men's Signet Style Ring

Vintage Signed Platinum, 18K Gold, & 1.2 Ct. Diamond Men's Signet Style Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed platinum, gold, & diamond ring. In .950 platinum with 18 karat yellow gold elements

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold

GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

’s solitaire signet ring, meticulously crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. At its center is a striking 1.50ct

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 4ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 4ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

exceptional men’s signet ring features a stunning 4.00ct natural Asscher-cut diamond—renowned for its crisp

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

: Solitaire Men’s Signet Ring Size: US 11 (Resizable · Custom Made to All Sizes) Certification: GIA

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Width: Approx. 3mm (Tapered) Ring Style: Solitaire · Men’s Signet Ring

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1965 Men Signet Ring Hematite solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 5.48 gr
1965 Men Signet Ring Hematite solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 5.48 gr

1965 Men Signet Ring Hematite solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 5.48 gr

Located in SE

Men Signet Ring in elegant design decorated with highly reflective Hematite stone. Full set of

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold

IGI-Certified 1ct Rose-Cut Trillion Diamond Mens Iced-Out Signet Ring - 18K Gold
IGI-Certified 1ct Rose-Cut Trillion Diamond Mens Iced-Out Signet Ring - 18K Gold

IGI-Certified 1ct Rose-Cut Trillion Diamond Mens Iced-Out Signet Ring - 18K Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

; Craftsmanship: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Width: Approx. 4mm Ring Style: Iced-Out Men’s Signet Ring Approx

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Silver and Gold Large Carnelian Signet Men's Ring
Silver and Gold Large Carnelian Signet Men's Ring

Silver and Gold Large Carnelian Signet Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

In silver and yellow gold with large, oval carnelian seal engraved with a heraldic crest. Top size 31mm x 25mm Size 9 Weight:32.71gr

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

GIA Certified 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Mens Solitaire Signet Ring 5.11ct
GIA Certified 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Mens Solitaire Signet Ring 5.11ct

GIA Certified 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Mens Solitaire Signet Ring 5.11ct

Located in Tustin, CA

We are pleased to present this exceptional GIA Certified men’s solitaire signet ring, masterfully

Category

2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Diamond Signet Ring 18kt
GIA Certified Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Diamond Signet Ring 18kt

GIA Certified Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Diamond Signet Ring 18kt

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified: Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye ring. Cabochon cut, Clean Clarity (Approx. 8ct

Category

2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men's Bespoke Signet Ring
1.00 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men's Bespoke Signet Ring

1.00 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men's Bespoke Signet Ring

By Hasbani Diamonds

Located in London, GB

1.00 Carat Round White Diamonds Men's Signet Style ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. It has 16

Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Signet Men Ring with Smoky Quartz by the Artist
18 Karat Rose Gold Signet Men Ring with Smoky Quartz by the Artist

18 Karat Rose Gold Signet Men Ring with Smoky Quartz by the Artist

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

This contemporary signet ring in 18 karat rose gold with 15x15x8 mm dark smoky quartz was published

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bespoke Men's Signet Ring
0.75 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bespoke Men's Signet Ring

0.75 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bespoke Men's Signet Ring

Located in London, GB

Meticulously crafted men's signet style ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold featuring 16 round brilliant

Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Men's Signet Gentleman Ring
0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Men's Signet Gentleman Ring

0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Men's Signet Gentleman Ring

By Tresor Paris

Located in London, GB

Express your individuality with this 0.25 Carat Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style

Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bespoke 0.50 Carat Round Men's UK Hallmarked Signet Ring
Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bespoke 0.50 Carat Round Men's UK Hallmarked Signet Ring

Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bespoke 0.50 Carat Round Men's UK Hallmarked Signet Ring

By Tresor Paris

Located in London, GB

0.50 Carat Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style ring is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion Cluster Pinky Ring
Men’s 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion Cluster Pinky Ring

Men’s 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion Cluster Pinky Ring

Located in Miami, FL

A bold and sophisticated men’s pinky ring crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a cushion

Category

Vintage 1970s Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Men's Ring - 18k Apollo Silver Custom
Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Men's Ring - 18k Apollo Silver Custom

Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Men's Ring - 18k Apollo Silver Custom

Located in Greensboro, NC

Content: 18k Yellow Gold & Silver Style: Coin Statement Ring Theme: Apollo Measurements Face Height

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Emerald and Onyx Men's Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Onyx Men's Ring 18K Yellow Gold

Vintage Emerald and Onyx Men's Ring 18K Yellow Gold

Located in beverly hills, CA

Bold and stunning men's ring highlights a deep vivid green emerald weighing approximately 0.80

Category

Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Agate Cameo Men's Ring
Antique French Agate Cameo Men's Ring

Antique French Agate Cameo Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

18K gold ring adorned with a claw-set cameo showing the face of an antique-style man with full

Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Gold and Agate Cameo Men's Ring
Silver Gold and Agate Cameo Men's Ring

Silver Gold and Agate Cameo Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Agate cameo depicting a bearded man in profile (25mm x 20mm) mounted in silver and gold. Finger size 8 3/4 Weight : 16.8gr

Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Renaissance 18kt Gold Agate Cameo Men's Ring Depicting Charles V
Renaissance 18kt Gold Agate Cameo Men's Ring Depicting Charles V

Renaissance 18kt Gold Agate Cameo Men's Ring Depicting Charles V

Located in Firenze, IT

Period 16th century Dimensions: 17.5 mm  Ring Size: 8 Weight: 18 gr This highly refined 16th

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

18kt Gold Silver and Steel Italian Crest Men's Ring
18kt Gold Silver and Steel Italian Crest Men's Ring

18kt Gold Silver and Steel Italian Crest Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Antique steel italian family crest mounted in 18kt gold and silver ring. Size : 9 Weight: 27,22gr.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Steel, Gold

Large Hardstone Cameo of Roman Emperor Men's Ring Late 18th Century
Large Hardstone Cameo of Roman Emperor Men's Ring Late 18th Century

Large Hardstone Cameo of Roman Emperor Men's Ring Late 18th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 8  Dimensions (cameo): 26 mm Weight: 18 gr

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blackened Silver and Gold Neoclassical Grey Agate Intaglio Of Heron Men's Ring
Blackened Silver and Gold Neoclassical Grey Agate Intaglio Of Heron Men's Ring

Blackened Silver and Gold Neoclassical Grey Agate Intaglio Of Heron Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring L’anello, realizzato in oro 18 carati e argento, presenta un’agata grigia databile alla fine del

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18kt Yellow Gold Agate Lady Profile Cameo Men's Ring Late 19th Century
18kt Yellow Gold Agate Lady Profile Cameo Men's Ring Late 19th Century

18kt Yellow Gold Agate Lady Profile Cameo Men's Ring Late 19th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: late 19th century Ring size: 12 Dimensions (cameo): 21 mm Weight: 9,6 gr Il cammeo

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's Embossed Alligator Pattern Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Men's Embossed Alligator Pattern Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Men's Embossed Alligator Pattern Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Ring Size: 10.75 This handsome men's ring, set in exquisite 18 karat yellow gold, is a true

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Signet Style Natural Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring in 18k Gold
Signet Style Natural Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring in 18k Gold

Signet Style Natural Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring in 18k Gold

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

variance.  Vintage natural diamond men's ring set in 18k solid gold. Diamonds are all exceptional VS1-VS2

Category

2010s American Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's 18k Hematite Intaglio Gladiator Signet Ring
Men's 18k Hematite Intaglio Gladiator Signet Ring

Men's 18k Hematite Intaglio Gladiator Signet Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A timeless men's 18k hematite intaglio signet ring for a mid-century jewelry collection. Features a

Category

Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold

Men's Custom White Diamond Pavè Signet Ring
Men's Custom White Diamond Pavè Signet Ring

Men's Custom White Diamond Pavè Signet Ring

Located in Valenza, IT

generation. This 18K white gold signet ring for men is set all around with 4.5 ct white diamonds. The black

Category

2010s Italian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat gold, ring for men
Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat gold, ring for men

Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat gold, ring for men

Located in PARIS, FR

Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat rose gold. Antique wedding ring monogrammed "FD". The ring

Category

Antique 1850s French Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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18k Men Signet Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k men signet ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 18k men signet ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18k men signet ring over the years, but those made by Konstantino, TORRUBIA & TORRUBIA and Asprey & Garrard Limited are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 18k men signet ring of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 37, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a 18k men signet ring for sale for men should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a 18k Men Signet Ring?

On average, a 18k men signet ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,800, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $16,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Signet-rings for You

Traditionally considered a ring for men, a vintage signet ring is a popular gift today for anyone who desires an expressive, timeless piece of jewelry that can feature all manner of engraved motifs, gemstones, specific symbols or monograms.

Whether it's an antique gold signet ring, diamond signet ring or some other classic iteration, signet rings get their name from signus, which means “sign” in Latin.

These rings, which may historically be referred to as “seal rings,” date back thousands of years and were used as a form of signature. Whatever may have been engraved on the ring — a married couple’s initials, a family crest — identified ownership for the purposes of authenticating documents and more when impressed on soft wax. During the Middle Ages, signet rings were symbols of power and prestige and common accessories for nobility. Later, during the 19th century, precious and semiprecious stones such as rubies and diamonds were added to gold signet rings as they took on a more ornate appearance than they had previously. 

In recent years, fashion has been primarily about individuality, and nothing is more personal than a jewel bearing a name or monogram. That is the reason jewelers have revived traditional signet rings, custom-engraving their designs with customers’ preferred words or symbols. Those who prefer the thrill of the hunt have a range of vintage letter charms and pendants to sift through.

And it isn't all about men's signet rings anymore, either — the accessory is for everyone. Princess Diana wore a signet ring that was a gift from Charles before their wedding, and we all know that the royals are top-tier fashion influencers, especially when it comes to rings.

Find vintage diamond signet rings, onyx signet rings and other types of rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18k Men Signet Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.