Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold
1750s Italian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver, Gold, 18k Gold
1750s Italian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver, Gold, Steel
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Enamel
Late 17th Century European Stuart Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Rose Gold
1870s English Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Agate, 15k Gold
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
14k Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s British Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold
Late 17th Century Italian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver
1890s Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 14k Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Agate, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 14k Gold
1910s British Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antique Engraved Signet Ring
22k Gold, Silver
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Agate, Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1780s French Neoclassical Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
16th Century Renaissance Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver, Niello
15th Century and Earlier Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Rock Crystal
16th Century Medieval Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 14k Gold
1890s American Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 1900s English Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Diamond, Enamel
1910s American Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
16th Century German Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Sterling Silver, Silver
1910s British Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Rose Gold
1880s English Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Jasper, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, Gold
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Niello
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 14k Gold
1750s Italian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Silver
Early 20th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Onyx, 18k Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Other, 15k Gold
19th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Georgian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1820s Swedish Medieval Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Engraved Signet Ring
Chalcedony, Silver
1850s Finnish Victorian Antique Engraved Signet Ring
18k Gold
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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.
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