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Silver and Gold Ring Set with a Carnelian Intaglio of a Roman Bust
Silver and Gold Ring Set with a Carnelian Intaglio of a Roman Bust

Silver and Gold Ring Set with a Carnelian Intaglio of a Roman Bust

Located in Firenze, IT

The man, probably a depiction of a Roman emperor is shown in profile, facing sinister. Size 9 Weight: 17.10gr.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Roman Silver and Gold Men’s Ring Jasper Intaglio Circa 2st Century A.D.
Roman Silver and Gold Men’s Ring Jasper Intaglio Circa 2st Century A.D.

Roman Silver and Gold Men’s Ring Jasper Intaglio Circa 2st Century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

Engraved with the figure of Athena, fully armed facing right, her shield on the ground behind her, her left arm outstretched holding Nike, set in a silver shank with broad shoulders,...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, Silver, Gold

Roman Plasma Intaglio, circa 1st Century A.D
Roman Plasma Intaglio, circa 1st Century A.D

Roman Plasma Intaglio, circa 1st Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

The oval stone engraved with a muse playing the lyre, set in a modern gold ring, finger size 7 9mm

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Roman Burnt Agate Intaglio Set In A Modern Men's Gold Ring Bust Of Hermes
A Roman Burnt Agate Intaglio Set In A Modern Men's Gold Ring Bust Of Hermes

A Roman Burnt Agate Intaglio Set In A Modern Men's Gold Ring Bust Of Hermes

Located in Firenze, IT

The deity is depicted with the three-quarters bust to the right and the head slightly three-quarters facing to the left. The bust is draped, the wings on the head and the caduceus be...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Neoclassical Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Hercules And The Neamean Lion
Neoclassical Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Hercules And The Neamean Lion

Neoclassical Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Hercules And The Neamean Lion

Located in Firenze, IT

NEOCLASSICAL CARNELIAN INTAGLIO DEPICTING HERCULES AND THE NEMEAN LION Period: late 18th – early

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Roman Jupiter Carnelian Intaglio, circa 1st-2nd Century A.D
Roman Jupiter Carnelian Intaglio, circa 1st-2nd Century A.D

Roman Jupiter Carnelian Intaglio, circa 1st-2nd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

one hand, set in a gold mount, finger size 7 1/4 ,14mm length of intaglio

Category

Antique 1790s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Nicolo Intaglio Of A Cupid Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.
Roman Nicolo Intaglio Of A Cupid Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.

Roman Nicolo Intaglio Of A Cupid Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: I-II century A.D. Top size: 16 mm x 13 mm (intaglio: 14 mm x 10 mm) Ring size: 7 Weight: 12

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hematite Gnostic Inscribed Intaglio Roman Period 2nd-4th Century A.D.
Hematite Gnostic Inscribed Intaglio Roman Period 2nd-4th Century A.D.

Hematite Gnostic Inscribed Intaglio Roman Period 2nd-4th Century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

depicted as a cobra, as she is the serpent goddess. Dimensions of the intaglio: 16mm x 15mm. Finger size

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Sard Intaglio Depicting Apollo, circa 1st Century BC-1st Centruy AD
Roman Sard Intaglio Depicting Apollo, circa 1st Century BC-1st Centruy AD

Roman Sard Intaglio Depicting Apollo, circa 1st Century BC-1st Centruy AD

Located in Firenze, IT

inscription dated 1886, intaglio 1.2cm high, ring size 5 1/2 For an impression of a similar intaglio, see J

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold

A Roman Rock Crystal Magical Intaglio Chnoubis 2nd 3rd century A.D.
A Roman Rock Crystal Magical Intaglio Chnoubis 2nd 3rd century A.D.

A Roman Rock Crystal Magical Intaglio Chnoubis 2nd 3rd century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring in 18kt yellow gold decorated Chnoubis on a column Chnoubis is an Egyptian Gnostic solar icon

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14k Gold Cameo Intaglio Ring
Italian 14k Gold Cameo Intaglio Ring

Italian 14k Gold Cameo Intaglio Ring

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Italian 14K yellow gold cameo intaglio adjastable ring with about 1 inch oval classic Roman young

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Classical Roman Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Bulgari Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Bulgari Carnelian Intaglio Ring

Bulgari Carnelian Intaglio Ring

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Bulgari 18 karat gold ring featuring an ancient Roman carnelian intaglio.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Bulgari Roman Intaglio Ring
Bulgari Roman Intaglio Ring

Bulgari Roman Intaglio Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 18k, by Bvlgari, Italy. This Bvlgari ring is stylish seventies fashion, perfect for

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Jasper, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heliotrope Intaglio Glass Ring

Heliotrope Intaglio Glass Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Based on ancient Roman "magical gems" depicting Abraxas who was supposed to bring good luck and success in all ventures Silver Mounted Size 9

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Silver

Citrine Quartz Crest Intaglio Ring
Citrine Quartz Crest Intaglio Ring

Citrine Quartz Crest Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

A rectangular citrine quartz with intaglio engraved crest and motto ‘Fortis et Fedelis’ setting in

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

19th Century Bloodstone Intaglio Ring
19th Century Bloodstone Intaglio Ring

19th Century Bloodstone Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The bloodstone intaglio depicting a female figure in the Roman-style; gross weight approximately

Category

Antique 1830s Italian George III Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Intaglio Ruby Gold Ring
Ancient Intaglio Ruby Gold Ring

Ancient Intaglio Ruby Gold Ring

Located in Aspen, CO

Roman, 1st century, this ring which is a very high content of gold (22k), holds a intaglio ruby of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman More Rings

Materials

Ruby, 22k Gold

Italian 1970s Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Carved Carneli
Italian 1970s Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Carved Carneli

Italian 1970s Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Carved Carneli

Located in Miami, FL

A remarkable Italian Etruscan Revival intaglio signet ring, crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Italian Nobility Intaglio Coat-of-Arms Enamel Platinum Signet Ring
Art Deco Italian Nobility Intaglio Coat-of-Arms Enamel Platinum Signet Ring

Art Deco Italian Nobility Intaglio Coat-of-Arms Enamel Platinum Signet Ring

Located in New York, NY

A Very Rare Art Deco Italian Nobility Black and White Agate Intaglio Coat-of-Arms Black Enamel

Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Platinum, Enamel

Bulgari  Pinky Ring set with Ancient Intaglio
Bulgari  Pinky Ring set with Ancient Intaglio

Bulgari Pinky Ring set with Ancient Intaglio

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Splendid Pinky Ring set in Oval 18kt Yellow Gold swivel mounting. Lovely Intaglio of two opposing

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique Amethyst Intaglio and Diamond Cluster Ring
Antique Amethyst Intaglio and Diamond Cluster Ring

Antique Amethyst Intaglio and Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The oval amethyst intaglio, probably Roman, depicting Apollo standing full length beside a column

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Intaglio Aquamarine Nereid Riding a Hippocampus Ring
Intaglio Aquamarine Nereid Riding a Hippocampus Ring

Intaglio Aquamarine Nereid Riding a Hippocampus Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Aquamarine engraved Nereid Riding a Hippocampus in a golden mount ring. Size : 8 3/4 Weight : 23gr.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 17th Century Intaglio Garnet Gold Ring

Antique 17th Century Intaglio Garnet Gold Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The early 17th century pyrope garnet deeply carved to depict the Roman Emperor Macrinus facing left with the toga and the laurel. The archaeological style setting with shell top...

Category

Antique Early 17th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18th Century Scarab Agate Intaglio Ring
Antique 18th Century Scarab Agate Intaglio Ring

Antique 18th Century Scarab Agate Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES. The late 18th century banded agate scarab carved to depict Minerva with the owl. The Etrusc...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Roman Intaglio Carnelian Yellow Gold Bombe Ring
Bulgari Roman Intaglio Carnelian Yellow Gold Bombe Ring

Bulgari Roman Intaglio Carnelian Yellow Gold Bombe Ring

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bulgari Roman Intaglio Carnelian Bombe Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. A vintage intaglio ring by Bulgari

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian More Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Bvlgari 18kt. Yellow Gold Roman Intaglio Carnelian Ring
Bvlgari 18kt. Yellow Gold Roman Intaglio Carnelian Ring

Bvlgari 18kt. Yellow Gold Roman Intaglio Carnelian Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Braintree, GB

Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold Roman Intaglio Carnelian ring. Ring featuring an authentic carnelian

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman First Century AD Amethyst Intaglio Ring
Ancient Roman First Century AD Amethyst Intaglio Ring

Ancient Roman First Century AD Amethyst Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

An ancient amethyst intaglio representing three sacrifice tools: knife, jug and ladle I Century AD

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring
Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring

Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The large rectangular shape step cut citrine with intaglio carved depicting the Madonna and Child

Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Athena Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Kt Gold Ring
Athena Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Kt Gold Ring

Athena Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Kt Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

In this 18 kt gold ring handmade by a skilled Italian goldsmith, an authentic Roman carnelian has

Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique Ruby Diamond She Wolf Signet Intaglio Ring
Antique Ruby Diamond She Wolf Signet Intaglio Ring

Antique Ruby Diamond She Wolf Signet Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

(Rome at the contrary) Size of the stone: 15 mm wide, all the top 24 mm Mounted as a ring in 18Kt

Category

Antique 1820s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dubini Scorpion Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Dubini Scorpion Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring

Dubini Scorpion Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring

By DUBINI

Located in London, GB

This DUBINI coin ring from the 'Empires' collection features a relief of a gnostic intaglio with a

Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Ancient Roman intaglio Victory ring, circa 1st century AD
Ancient Roman intaglio Victory ring, circa 1st century AD

Ancient Roman intaglio Victory ring, circa 1st century AD

Located in London, GB

Ancient Roman intaglio Victory ring. Set to centre with an oval cornelian intaglio in a closed back

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, Yellow Gold

1st Century AD Roman Empire Carnelian Dolphin Intaglio Ring
1st Century AD Roman Empire Carnelian Dolphin Intaglio Ring

1st Century AD Roman Empire Carnelian Dolphin Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The collet set small oval intaglio carved with a swimming dolphin. Stirrup-shaped 18Kt yellow gold

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century with Lion & Eros
Emerald Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century with Lion & Eros

Emerald Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century with Lion & Eros

Located in Firenze, IT

, in a closed-back setting, 18th century composite, ring size 8 1/4 Weight : 19,7gr. Size of bezel

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Roman Empire 1st-2nd Century AD Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Roman Empire 1st-2nd Century AD Carnelian Intaglio Ring

Roman Empire 1st-2nd Century AD Carnelian Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

size: 10 x 8 mm Mounted in 18Kt yellow gold archaeological revival ring with engraved and scrolls

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold And Silver Intaglio Horses Men's Ring
18kt Yellow Gold And Silver Intaglio Horses Men's Ring

18kt Yellow Gold And Silver Intaglio Horses Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Depicting two figures attending to horses. Top size lenght 18mm Size 9 Weight : 20,47gr.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Eros Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Eros Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Eros Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring set with an intaglio representing Eros holding a torch and a butterfly (probably Psyche

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold

Cornelian Intaglio from the Collection of Prince Stanislas Poniatowski Ring
Cornelian Intaglio from the Collection of Prince Stanislas Poniatowski Ring

Cornelian Intaglio from the Collection of Prince Stanislas Poniatowski Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Anterotos,carnelian, in a gold ring mount cameo: 28mm ring size M Provenance Prince Stanisław Poniatowski

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique 17th Century Renaissance Florentine  Emerald Intaglio Ring of Faustina
Antique 17th Century Renaissance Florentine  Emerald Intaglio Ring of Faustina

Antique 17th Century Renaissance Florentine Emerald Intaglio Ring of Faustina

Located in Firenze, IT

The early 17th century South-American round shape emerald carved to depict Faustina Minor (the Younger), wife of the Roman Emperor Marco Aurelio and mother of his successor Commo...

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

Magical Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Abraxas Stone Intaglio
Magical Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Abraxas Stone Intaglio

Magical Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Abraxas Stone Intaglio

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: II century A.D. Top size: 14.5 mm Ring size: 9 Weight: 9 gr The ring features a yellow

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bulgari ring with nephrite Intaglio of Pegasus 1st century BCE
Vintage Bulgari ring with nephrite Intaglio of Pegasus 1st century BCE

Vintage Bulgari ring with nephrite Intaglio of Pegasus 1st century BCE

By Bulgari

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

Vintage Bulgari ring with nephrite Intaglio of Pegasus 1st century BCE 18 karat white gold ring

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Jasper Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D.
Jasper Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D.

Jasper Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring in 18kt yellow gold and silver decorated with a heliotrope jasper intaglio engraved with an

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold, Silver

17th Century Renaissance Sapphire Intaglio Gold Ring of Roman Emperor Nero
17th Century Renaissance Sapphire Intaglio Gold Ring of Roman Emperor Nero

17th Century Renaissance Sapphire Intaglio Gold Ring of Roman Emperor Nero

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES. The 17th century slightly oval cut carved sapphire, weighing approximately 25 cts, to depict ...

Category

Antique Early 17th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Intaglio '1st Century A.D.' Ring on Carnelian, Depicting Goddess Athena
Roman Intaglio '1st Century A.D.' Ring on Carnelian, Depicting Goddess Athena

Roman Intaglio '1st Century A.D.' Ring on Carnelian, Depicting Goddess Athena

Located in Roma, IT

archeological collection, that use genuine ancient Roman coins and intaglios. In the center of the ring , the

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman First Century AD Red Jasper Intaglio of Apollo Men's Ring
Ancient Roman First Century AD Red Jasper Intaglio of Apollo Men's Ring

Ancient Roman First Century AD Red Jasper Intaglio of Apollo Men's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Ancient Roman first century AD red jasper intaglio of Apollo in later 18kt carat yellow gold. Size

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Roman Magical Abrasax Heliotrope Intaglio Ring 2nd - 3rd century A.D.
A Roman Magical Abrasax Heliotrope Intaglio Ring 2nd - 3rd century A.D.

A Roman Magical Abrasax Heliotrope Intaglio Ring 2nd - 3rd century A.D.

Located in Firenze, IT

Gnostic faith. Dimensions of the intaglio: 21mm x 18mm. Finger size: 7 Gross weight: 15.54g. These kind

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Karat Gold Ring, Depicting a Winged Nike 'Victory'
Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Karat Gold Ring, Depicting a Winged Nike 'Victory'

Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18 Karat Gold Ring, Depicting a Winged Nike 'Victory'

Located in Roma, IT

In this 18 kt gold ring is set a Roman carnelian intaglio depicting a winged Nike placing a laurel

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

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Italian Ring Intaglio For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate italian ring intaglio for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 13 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a italian ring intaglio may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a italian ring intaglio has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Damati are consistently popular. A italian ring intaglio can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Carnelian rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and uncut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a italian ring intaglio, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is an Italian Ring Intaglio?

The price for a italian ring intaglio starts at $580 and tops out at $8,189 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,900.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.

Questions About Italian Ring Intaglio
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.