Horse Signet Ring
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
Platinum
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
Platinum, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Vermeil
2010s Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Vermeil
20th Century Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Signet Rings
Agate, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Signet Rings
Carnelian, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Signet Rings
Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Antique Early 1900s American Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Band Rings
Tourmaline, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Band Rings
Agate, Onyx, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Band Rings
Agate, Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century American Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Victorian Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1810s British Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Signet Rings
Agate, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian
Early 20th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Signet Rings
20th Century Dutch Art Deco Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turkish Signet Rings
Vintage 1960s Italian Signet Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s British Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Signet Rings
Silver
Late 20th Century American Signet Rings
22k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Signet Rings
Late 20th Century American Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
American Signet Rings
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
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Finding the Right signet-rings for You
Traditionally considered a ring for men, antique and vintage signet rings today are popular gifts for anyone who desires an expressive, timeless piece of jewelry that can feature all manner of engraved motifs, gemstones, specific symbols or monograms.
Signet rings get their name from signus, which means “sign” in Latin. The 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.
Find diamond signet rings, onyx signet rings and other varieties of this fashionable accessory on 1stDibs. Browse a broader array of rings in our collection of fine jewelry.
- What is a gold signet ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The gold signet ring is traditionally a symbol of heritage. It is often handed down through the generations of a family. It is also known as the “gentleman's ring” or “seal rings.” The name comes from the Latin 'Signum' which means “sign.” On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold signet rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Signet rings originated around 3500 BC in Mesopotamia and featured a sign that was used to seal documents by pressing the ring into sealing wax. They could also be used to stamp a family crest and were considered as authentic as a signature. Shop a collection of vintage signet rings from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do signet rings have stones?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some signet rings feature stones and others do not. A signet ring is designed to signify that the wearer belongs to a particular group or simply to identify the individual. These rings have been worn for thousands of years and were a sign of status and importance. Shop a collection of signet rings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What wearing a signet ring means has changed over time. Today, most people wear signet rings to represent their personal prestige or to celebrate their heritage. When first designed during Victorian times, signet rings allowed men to seal their letters with a customized stamp. Find a range of signet rings on 1stDibs.
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