1960's Nephrite Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage U.S. Navy Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped nephrite jade tablet measuring 11.0 x 9.0 mm Translucent mossy green with subtle mottling and bezel set Accented by a raised hidden halo of gold stars fully ...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.30ct Jadeite A Grade Jade Green Oval 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified A-Grade Deep Green Oval Cabochon Jadeite 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Signet Ring. A fine 3.30 carat untreated green jadeite jade set in a bespoke made 18k yellow gold rubove...
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Oval Green Jadeite Jade Bezel Set Cabachon Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This simple yellow gold ring has an oval cabachon, green color jadeite jade center, bezel set and finished by wide, high polished shoulders. Marks: 14k Dimensio...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Green Jade Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Oval shape cabochon green jade ring, bezel set in 14k yellow gold. The Jade measures approximately 17.06 mm x 12 mm x 6.02 mm with an estimated weight of 9.01 carats. The ring has a ...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Jadeite and 18 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This chunky signet ring holds a large glossy jadeite stone. The ring is modelled in 18 carat gold. Ring Size: W or 11 Height Off Finger: 5mmmm Weight: 7.8g
Jade, Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade Cabochon Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is centered by a richly colored green jade cabochon, a gemstone long prized for its beauty, symbolism, and enduring importance in fine jewelry. Green jade remains e...
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,228Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Green Cabochon Genuine Burmese Jadeite Jade 24K Yellow Gold Pinky Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Antique Imperial Green Cabochon Jadeite Jade 24K Yellow Gold Pinky Finger Ring, a true testament to timeless beauty and craftsmanship. At the center of thi...
Jade, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970's French Jade 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Gemstone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped jade cabochon measuring 17.0 x 20.0 mm Translucent pastel light green with white to medium green mottling Bezel set east to west - flanked by rounded shoulde...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold 3.15ct Green Jade Signet Style Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage signet style ring is crafted in rich 12k yellow gold and showcases a beautifully elongated jade cabochon with soft translucent white tones and vivid natural gree...
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 23k Yellow Gold Green Jade Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage jade ring is a beautifully rich and distinctive piece, combining the smooth elegance of jade with the exceptional warmth of 23k yellow gold. High-karat gold jewelry is e...
Jade, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Jade Ring Size 6.75 #24292
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous 14K gold ring decorated with a beautiful cabochon oval jade stone! Jade: 17mm X 15mm Ring size: 6.75 Shank: 2mm Front: 20mm X 15mm X 6mm Weight: 7.2 g/ 4.5 dwt Hallmar...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite A Grade Jade Green Oval 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified A-Grade Light Green Jadeite 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring. A stunning 1.78 carat untreated light green jadeite jade set in a fine 9k yellow gold rubover bezel signet ring...
Jade, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 7.12ct Type A Jadeite Jade Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage jade ring is an especially appealing piece, centered by a substantial 7.12 carat Type A jadeite jade that gives it both strong visual presence and important collector ap...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Unisex 10k Yellow Gold Oval Dark Cabochon Jade Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Green Color - 16x11.9mm (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.89 Grams Ring Size: 9.5 (Fitted ...
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 20k Yellow Gold Jadeite Cabochon Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold and timeless vintage men’s ring, this piece showcases the natural beauty of jadeite in a classic, substantial setting. The centerpiece is a large oval jadeite cabochon, displa...
Yellow Gold
French 1960s Jade Jadeite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ovale Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A vintage ring in gold, set with an oval openwork basket of triangular decorations holding a cabochon-set jade jadeite. On either s...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 6 Carat Chrysoprase 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. In the form of a signet ring, this retro ring is decorated with an oval chrysoprase, surrounded by gadroons. Total weight of chrysoprase: about 6 carats...
Chrysophrase, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1979 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Harvard Signet Class Unisex Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped face featuring an intaglio of the Harvard University crest Depicting a shield with three books with the motto 'Veritas' meaning "Truth" Accented by a laurel...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Stratified Onyx 14.5*11.0 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, stratified onxy 14.5 x 11.0 mm, with heraldic Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for ele...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$27,500
W 0.88 in D 0.88 in L 6.75 in
Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Seaman Schepps 18K yellow gold Pyramid bracelet 20th Century Provenance: Estate of a prominent New York socialite This rare, stunning bracelet is a technological marvel- ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin 22K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A one of a kind, authentic, ancient Greek silver coin displaying a griffin is set in an ancient-inspired hammered Steven Battelle design in rich 22K gold. The coin is surrounded by a...
22k Gold
$755Sale Price / item|44% Off
Lily of the valley 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Lily of the Valley Ring. Flower Engagement Ring. Gold Lily Wedding Ring for Women. Birthday Flower Ring. Metal type: 14kt solid gold Weight 2.6 g depends from size Gemstones: Colo...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Ancient Egyptian Scarab Black Stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring features an ancient Egyptian scarab circa 1085-713 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. A black stone scarab with an oval body and a gently rounded upper side detailing the...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 3.5 TCW Natural Sugarloaf Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning estate natural sapphire 18K yellow gold signet ring featuring a deep blue 3.5 TCW sugarloaf sapphire set in a superb tourbillon twist design setting. 20th Century The rich,...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,142 / item
Chushev Chnoubis Carnelian Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto rich carnelian gemstone and features the Gnostic deity, Chnoubis. The stone is set in an 18K signet ring. Production time for th...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold
22k Gold Carnelian Intaglio Ring with Menorah, Italy, 2nd Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 2nd century Dimensions: 17 x 15 mm Ring Size: 8 Weight: 11,89 gr The oval-shaped Jewish ring is composed of a carnelian intaglio attributable to Roman production of the 2nd...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Carved Agate 14 Karat Yellow Gold Crest Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cartouche-shaped agate tablet carved with a heraldic crest intaglio Opaque dark grayish blue and measuring 10.0 x 12.5 mm - intaglio is dark blue Depicting a shield flan...
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1978 Swedish Ring 2ct. Orange Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS7 / 2.75 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Orange Sapphire( likely lab made ) , variation of cushion cut 6.5mm x 6.5mm x 3.5mm deep / ca. 2ct. Crown is 10mm high x 5mm deep,band is 2.6mm a...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Arts & Crafts Fine Chinese Apple Green Jade 14K Yellow Gold Saddle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very fine antique Chinese Apple Green Jade 14K yellow gold Arts & Crafts period saddle ring Early 20th Century Proveneance: Private East Coast collection, descendants of King George ...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1902 Antique European Ring solid 20K Gold Ø 6.75 US / 5.3 gr
Located in SE
Old ring in solid 20K Yellow Gold. Hand - engraved contentious floral ornament on the band. Unisex type, if that's your size... Made in Sweden. Hallmarked 20K. Unknown workshop ,cit...
22k Gold
14KT Gold & Carved Bloodstone Armorial Crest Ring of the Andrews Family, 18th c
Located in valatie, NY
14KT Yellow Gold and Georgian Carved Bloodstone Armorial Crest Ring of the Andrews Family. All the attributes of the carving: "Give and Forgive," the three fleur-de-lis on the shiel...
Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,959Sale Price|20% Off
Solid Yellow Gold Natural Wein*r Cut Diamond Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Unique 10k Yellow Gold Natural Weiner Cut Diamond Signet Ring Center: 0.60carat rustic cut diamond 5.6grams of 10K gold Size 5.5
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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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.
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