Armorial Ring
Victorian Carnelian Armorial Signet Ring 14 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Signature Ring
A Stunning Victorian period armorial ring, skillful hand crafted of solid
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Armorial Signet Ring Late 17th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band. Size 9
Top size 22m diameter
Weight: 25gr
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Bloodstone Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Western European, circa 1890. This Victorian era 14K gold ring is set with a carved heliotrope
Category
Antique 1890s Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s
This antique 14K yellow gold signet ring from the Victorian era features a carnelian
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Silver And Gold Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian, 1750s An antique silver ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms.
Top size
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Steel Silver And Gold Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian, 1750s An antique steel ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms.
Top size
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver, Gold, Steel
Armorial Signet Second Quarter of the 18th Century Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band.
Top size 26mm x 30mm
Size 9 3/4
Weight: 46.57gr.
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Armorial Crest Georgian Style Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Onyx Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine Georgian style onyx intaglio ring engraved with an armorial heraldic device of a shield shaped
Category
20th Century American Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Large Carnelian Justice Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is a spectacular carved carnelian 14 karat gold signet ring. It is part of Kirsten's Corner
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
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Located in Brisbane, QLD
An 18kt yellow gold, black enamel, and seed pearl mourning ring dating to 1817. The piece centres on a piece of likely Essex crystal which sits atop of the letters 'WF' cut from gold...
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
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Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
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 hand-cut heraldic depiction of three smoking Grenades flanked with Lilies on the s...
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Heart garnet ring. 14k Gold Heart Eternity Ring with Heart Garnets!
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold heart Eternity ring with heart natural garnets. January birthstone.
Heart eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts.
Weight: 2.2 g. (depen...
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2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
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Garnet, 14k Gold
Men’s 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Lapis Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Man’s 18K yellow gold matte finish and high polish finish ring with blue lapis in center. Weighs 16 grams
Finger size 10.25. May be sized
Original retail $2850
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1990s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver Steel And Gold Signet Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Silver steel and gold octagonal shape with family crest ring.
This crest is called “quartered” designed with the marriage of two noble families of the 18th century.
Size: 8 3/4
Wei...
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings
Materials
Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Gold
Roman Onyx Intaglio and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Roman onyx intaglio and yellow gold ring, the oval- shaped onyx measuring approximately 11 x 8.5 mm, depicting Dionysus leaning on a column and holding a kantharos, carved in 1st-2...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Signet Rings
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet Ring with Wild Boar Passant & Three-Masted Ship in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This intriguing signet ring features a wild boar with curly tail (meaning he's not young) and open mouth (meaning he's rude) walking to the right inside of a shield. Above the boar...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Garnet Cabochon and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Sat proud upon a gorgeous glossy 9ct yellow gold band is an equally glossy garnet cabochon stone. The stone nearly spans the whole width of this ring. Made in Birmingham 1964, Englan...
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Vintage 1960s British Signet Rings
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaves Floral Wedding Band Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a genuine Art Deco white gold wedding band. This beautiful vintage band is an excellent example of the early 20th-century style and high quality craftsmanship! This Art...
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgian Stuart Crystal Ring, 18th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare, beautiful and magical Stuart Crystal Ring set in 15 Kt gold and backed in sterling silver. Before I say more please understand that none of the impurities shown in the photog...
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Antique 18th Century English George II Solitaire Rings
Materials
Crystal, 15k Gold
Antique Signed Edwardian Moonstone Cabochon & 14K Gold Filigree Signet Type Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed antique Edwardian moonstone & 14k gold ring.
With a moonstone cabochon set in 14k gold ring and openwork patterns surrounding the cabochon.
Simply a great Edwardian r...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
Moonstone, 14k Gold
Antique Signet Ring Intaglio Bull Taurus Carnelian 18K Yellow Gold ØUS7/12.3gr
Located in SE
Unusual antique Gold and Carnelian Signet Ring with fine hand-carved intaglio of Taurus or Bull / Baal ? with short inscription in an unknown tongue.
Richly decorated surfaces of th...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Tourmaline Ring 4.5 Carats, 18K, Size 10
Located in Southbury, CT
This is an impressive and substantial men's vintage tourmaline ring. The raspberry-red rubellite tourmaline ring is rendered in buttery yellow 18K gold, and weighs an impressive 12.3...
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Signet Rings
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Tourmaline, 18k Gold
19th Century Vintage Historic Mixed Metal Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautifully designed, historic Bishop’s ring consisting of blended metals. Great craftsmanship throughout the ring, decorated on all four sides with high relief designs. The engrav...
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Fashion Rings
Materials
Mixed Metal
18k Yellow Gold Contemporary Ornate Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Located in Southport, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This attractive contemporary oval carnelian intaglio ring has a handsome figure of a soldier, facing to the left. The ring is also adorned with a braided patter...
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20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Fashion Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Vinaigrette Ring Silver Gold Turtle Doves Heart Love Token
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a rare example of an 18th century vinaigrette ring, the pierced lid opens to house a little sponge that has been soaked in perfume. The lid is decorated with two turtle dove...
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Antique 1790s George III Bridal Rings
Materials
Silver, 14k Gold
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Renaissance Armorial Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
ring, composed of rock crystal over darkened foil, from an unidentified family whose initials were â
Antique Gold Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Late 19th Century 18ct Gold signet ring with French import marks and deep armorial engraving
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Signet Rings
Major Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Located in London, GB
Of large and imposing size and with a most interesting Armorial Coat of Arms, centered with a
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Antique 1790s British Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Ponti Gennari Armorial Chalcedony Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
chased gold armorial mounted on fine blue chalcedony. The look is vintage chic. Finely made, this ring
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Signet Rings
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Gold Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Austrian, early 1900s
An antique 14K gold ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Signet Rings
Antique Lapis Lazuli Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900
The 14K gold unisex ring with stylized floral design on the shoulders features a lapis
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Silver Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian, 1750s An antique silver ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms.
Top size
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Antique 1750s Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
19th Century Antique Lapis Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Austrian, c.1870
This one-of-a-kind antique 14K gold armorial signet ring is designed as a crowned
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Unisex Vintage Engraved Gold Armorial Signet Ring, 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
signet ring is engraved with a coat of arms surrounded by a greek key border. The shoulders of the ring
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Signet Rings
Vintage Carnelian Armorial Intaglio Unisex Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s
This Art Deco era 14K gold signet ring features a large carnelian intaglio engraved
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian
Late Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Signet Ring. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with
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Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Women Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
Thin ring for women, a blazon with a
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2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Women Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
Thin ring for women, a blazon with a
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2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Signet Carnelian Intaglio Armorial Dragon Gold Ring, 1880
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Signet Ring of Victorian era. Carnelian Intaglio on a Gold Ring. Depicting a dragon’s head with a
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Antique Late 19th Century Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
This ring is decorated with a crowned
Category
2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Men’s Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
Splendid and massive man's ring, it is
Category
2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Armorial Signet Ring Second Quarter of the 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band. Size 9
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Armorial Signet Ring Second Quarter of the 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band. Size 8 3/4
Weight: 19.42gr.
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Antique German Armorial Intaglio Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890
This one of a kind, antique armorial engagement ring features a hematite intaglio of a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Unisex Modern Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
The mountingof this unisex ring is
Category
2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Antique Lapis Lazuli Gold Armorial Signet Ring 18k Gold
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Lovely Antique signet ring, set in 18K yellow gold.
Beautiful well-detailed crest, a nice unisex
Category
Antique Early 1800s British Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Silver and Silver Gilt Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian, 1750s An antique silver ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms. Size 7 1/2
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Silver, Vermeil
Massive Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 18k, attributed Switzerland. This gorgeous 18k yellow gold signet ring features
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Antique 1890s Swiss Late Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 14k, American. Decorated with a fabulous armorial sporting the motto "Fidelite est De
Category
Vintage 1920s American Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Intaglio Signet Bishop's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE
The oval shape with engraved armorial.
Size: 10 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Signet Gold Ring c. 1840
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1840
A very rare antique Russian armorial seal ring with the crest of the Yaminsky family
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Antique 19th Century Carnelian Aristocrat Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880
A Victorian era antique 14K gold signet ring is set with a large chocolate brown
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian
Rare Antique Russian Tourmaline Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare antique Russian gold and carved pink tourmaline armorial signet ring is marked with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Tourmaline
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold.
This signet ring is adorned with a crowned, chiselled coat of
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Massive Renaissance Revival Signet Ring by Ponti Gennari, 1930s, Genève
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1930s, 18k, by Ponti Gennari, Genève, Switzerland. This gorgeous 18k yellow gold signet ring
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Antique Victorian Pearl Star Locket Pendant with Armorials
Located in Chicago, IL
below the armorials.
The interior of the locket is fitted with two glazed picture frames.
Marked with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Antique 19th Century Star Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
surmounted by a crown. The Roman numeral ‘L’ (50) is placed below the armorials. The interior of the locket
Category
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Silver Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
This is a wonderful Louis XV period signet ring, dating half of the 17th century.
Size 9
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Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Signet Ring, with Armorial Shield
Located in Firenze, IT
BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ, Ponte Vecchio, Florence
A signet ring, with armorial shield.
Ring size 10 1/4
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Engraved Armorial Silver Signet Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
French, 1750s An antique silver ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms.
Size 9
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Antique Engraved Armorial Silver Signet Men’s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
French, 1750s An antique silver ring is finely hand-engraved with a noble coat-of-arms. Size 9 1/2
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Antique Russian 19th Century Carved Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in St. Petersburg in the 1870s
This antique Russian 14K gold men’s armorial seal ring features
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Antique 19th Century Russian Signet Rings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
This ring is decorated with a crowned
Category
2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Armorial Bearings Unisex Modern Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
The mountingof this unisex ring is
Category
2010s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Antique Lapis Lazuli Gold Armorial Signet Ring 18k Gold
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Lovely Antique signet ring, set in 18K yellow gold.
Beautiful well-detailed crest, a nice unisex
Category
Antique 1850s British Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Silver Armorial Signet Ring Second Quarter of the 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band.
Size 9 3/4
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Silver Armorial Signet Ring Second Quarter of the 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Engraved with the crest to a plain band.
Size 7
Category
Antique 1750s French George II Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 14k, American. Decorated with a fanciful armorial, this fifties signet ring in
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Vintage 1950s American Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1938, 14k, American. Decorated with a fabulous armorial and the motto "Life of service
Category
Vintage 1930s American Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
1950s Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k. Decorated with a fabulous armorial, this fifties signet ring in polished 18k
Category
Vintage 1950s Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Gold Signet Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Dieu Un Roy Une Foi", this 1950s signet ring by Tiffany & Co. has a classic town and country look
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Vintage 1950s American Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
1920s Tiffany & Co. Gold Signet Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 14k, Tiffany & Co. This classic signet ring by Tiffany & Co. has a sleek simplicity
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Vintage 1920s American Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Signet Ring by Larter 18 Karat, circa 1950s, American
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Larter & Sons, American. Decorated with a fabulous armorial, this fifties
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Vintage 1950s American Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large 19th Century, Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A large intaglio signet ring crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with an oval carved
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century French Gold Napoleonic Coat of Arms Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Antique Heavy French 21K Gold Napoleonic Coat of Arms Intaglio Signet Ring
Superb engraved steel
Category
Antique 18th Century French Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Sardonyx Gold Armorial Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Signet ring with armorial intaglio set in 14ct Gold
Finger size R
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold
Renaissance Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
development of heraldry as a means of identification (and authentication), signet rings included armorial
Category
English More Rings
Large Antique Gold and Amethyst Intaglio Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful looking Ring is set with a fine Amethyst engraved with an Armorial Crest, the shield
Category
Antique 1860s German Signet Rings
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Crystal Gold engraved fob
Located in London, GB
This 3 sided faceted crystal spinning fob is set in 15ct Gold. It has 3 armorial engravings with
Category
Antique 1820s British Regency Vanity Items
Materials
Rock Crystal, 15k Gold
Sardonyx Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
14kt Gold Austrian armorial intaglio signet ring
Finger size T
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold
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Armorial Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact armorial ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a armorial 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Take a look at a armorial ring featuring Carnelian from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a armorial ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Armorial Ring?
Prices for a armorial ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,248 and can go as high as $11,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,836.
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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