Intaglio Seal Ring
Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Signet Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Emerald, Silver, Gold
20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
White Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Signet Rings
Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Fashion Rings
Carnelian, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Signet Rings
Other, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
Gold
Antique 19th Century English Medieval Cocktail Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Dome Rings
Jasper, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Fashion Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s French Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1820s British Georgian Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s American Victorian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Asian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Antique 1880s English Victorian Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 22k Gold
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1850s Finnish Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 1820s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Antique Late 17th Century European Stuart Signet Rings
Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings
Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Antique Early 1800s European Empire Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, Fire Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Pinchbeck
Vintage 1950s Swiss Signet Rings
Other, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Victorian Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Signet Rings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Signet Rings
22k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Baroque Revival Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Brooches
Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
22k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Cufflinks
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
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Intaglio Seal Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Intaglio Seal Ring?
Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- What is an intaglio ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An intaglio ring has a gem with a recessed image on it. Intaglio rings were used in ancient Rome as signet rings, where one could use hot wax to transfer their specific ring’s impression to another surface. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a seal ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A seal ring — or signet ring — is a popular gift 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. Find antique and vintage signet rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a Roman intaglio ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Roman intaglio ring is a signet ring with an image carved into stone. Today the ring is worn as an accessory. In ancient Rome, intaglio rings were worn by prominent businessmen and politicians and even used as impressions on signatures of hot wax. Browse a wide range of Roman intaglio rings from reputable sellers on 1stDibs.
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