Antique Sterling Signet Ring
16th Century German Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver, Silver
1870s French Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Silver
1920s American Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Silver, Sterling Silver
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20th Century Unknown Retro Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Carnelian, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Italian Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
18k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
1890s American Late Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
14k Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Yellow Gold
1870s French Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Brass
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Agate, Yellow Gold
1920s British Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Black Diamond, Onyx, 22k Gold
19th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Modern Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Signet Ring
14k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Onyx, Gold
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Agate, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
17th Century German Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Sterling Signet Ring
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
18th Century British Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Sterling Signet Ring
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18th Century French Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Carnelian, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
1920s Unknown Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
1920s American Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
1680s British Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
1890s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Agate, Silver
17th Century Italian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
1870s Victorian Antique Sterling Signet Ring
Sterling Silver
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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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