Antique Reid & Sons Diamond Merchants Ring Box, Newcastle upon Tyne
Located in Braintree, GB
An original antique ring box by Reid & Sons, Diamond Merchants of Newcastle upon Tyne, bearing the retailer-s printed silk interior mark.
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Merchant Ring
Late 17th Century Baroque Bronze Merchant's Signet Ring, Germany
Located in Firenze, IT
The bronze ring with an octagonal plaque carved with merchant's symbols.
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Antique 17th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Materials
Bronze
Silver Merchant's Men's Ring Seal Ring With Shield And Letters XV Sec.
Located in Firenze, IT
A medieval silver merchant's seal ring with a flat sectioned round hoop that enlarges on the shoulders to form a hexagonal bezel.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Silver Merchant's Men's Ring Seal With Symbols Of Horseshoe XV Sec.
Located in Firenze, IT
A medieval silver ring with a high octagonal bezel, depicting a horseshoe, a cross within a circle and the initials H. V. In heraldry, horseshoes are often used in the arms of famili...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Silver Merchant's Inlaid Niello Ring Seal With Coat Of Arms Circa XV Sec.
Located in Firenze, IT
A medieval merchant’s silver ring with an oval bezel, depicting a coat of arms.
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Signet Rings
Materials
Silver, Niello
Rings: Symbols of Wealth, Power and Affection by Diana Scarisbrick (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
With rings, lovers and wedded couples pledged their faith, kings and popes exercised their power, noblemen displayed their lineage, merchants marked their goods.
Category
20th Century Brooches
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Antique English Gold Band 'Posy' Ring
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Antique English Gold Band 'Posy' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
They find mention in the plays of William Shakespeare, such as Hamlet and the Merchant of Venice. Posy rings enjoyed great popularity in Britain throughout the seventeenth and eighte...
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Antique Late 17th Century English Band Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
17th Century Fine Gold Merchant Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Merchant ring with an engraved heraldic shield, within an incised border set in fine gold circa 1640.
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Antique 17th Century German Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Late 17th Century Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The late 17th-century merchant ring, made of bronze, has an octagonal shape and is adorned with distinctive symbols.
Category
Antique 17th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Materials
Bronze
16th Century Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The silver ring with an octagonal plaque carved with merchant's symbols.
Category
Antique 16th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
18th Century Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The bronze ring with an octagonal plaque carved with merchant's symbols.
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Antique 1770s German Baroque Signet Rings
Materials
Bronze
An Antique Silver Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval seal bezel engraved with an intaglio of the "Horse Merchant", the initials at the side R.C. possibly 15th century weight: 20.2 gram.
Category
Italian More Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Merchant Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A fascinating carved carnelian intaglio from the Georgian Period abundant wiith crisply carved decipherable symbols. We can read but not fully understand the why or wherefore of the...
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Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 15k Gold
An antique silver merchant's ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The round seal bezel engraved with an intaglio depicting a Knight helm, the initials I. C. R. Possibly 15th century weight: 12.7 gram. Size 9
Category
Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 18th Century French Silver Tailor Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES The oval plaque depicting a two flaming hearts and the French inscription “Antoinne couturi(er)” A...
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Antique 18th Century French Signet Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 17th Century North Germany Baltic States Silver Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The slightly oval silver gilt seal plaque engraved with an intaglio of Teutonic Knight helm, below a shield depicting inside an arm wielding an ax, most probably the symbol of the ...
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Antique 16th Century German Signet Rings
Materials
Silver
Rare Late Medieval Gold Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Gold Merchants Ring with marking used to stamp goods and as signature Size 9 Weight 11,5gr.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Medieval Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Bvlgari Tronchetto 18K White Gold Citrine Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Set with the "Merchant's stone", this citrine ring from Bvlgari is bound to attract abundance while adding a classy touch of color to your style.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, White Gold
1900s French Antique Diamond Gold Lovers Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : An elegant and refined example of a lovers ring. The jewel history : This antique piece of jewellery was given as an engagement ring to a merchant´s daughter from P...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
16th Century Merchant's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The bronze ring with an octagonal plaque carved with merchant's symbols.
Category
Antique 16th Century German Baroque Signet Rings
Materials
Bronze
Renaissance Merchant's Ring
Located in New York, NY
The fact that the vast majority of merchants’ rings survive in silver or bronze or brass confirms their essentially utilitarian purpose; gold merchants’ rings survive but in much sma...
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Renaissance Merchant's Ring
Located in New York, NY
The fact that the vast majority of merchants’ rings survive in silver or bronze or brass confirms their essentially utilitarian purpose; gold merchants’ rings survive but in much sma...
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A Roman intaglio gold hardstone ring
Located in London, GB
A Roman intaglio gold hardstone ring, the oval shaped rose-quartz measuring 1.4 x 1.1cm, deep engraved with the profile of an Emperor wearing a laurel wreath, possibly Nero, Roman-se...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Dome Rings
Materials
22k Gold
Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. This massive solid gold ring with broad shoulders is of a very fine workmanship. The ring is crafted in high karat gold (about 24K). It is cente...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Dome Rings
Materials
Gold
Early Byzantine Gold Ring with Christ c. 6th Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Byzantine (the Eastern Roman Empire) circa 500 – 600 AD. This highly important, museum rarity early Christian gold (approximately 22.85 Kt) ring is engraved with the bust of Christ ...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Crescent Moon Brooch with 4.5ct Old Cut Diamonds, circa 1900's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: XX century Dimensions: 2.90 x 2.80 cm Carats: 4,50 total cts Weight: 5,75 gr This brooch dating back to the beginning of the 20th century stands out for the presence of bril...
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Category
1990s Evening Dresses
Roman Gold and Garnet Snake Ring circa 1st century
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman ring, dated around the 1st-3rd century, with a garnet cabochon in the center. A fine filigree motif adorns the frame of the sash and two snakes at the top complete it, which ...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Fashion Rings
Materials
Garnet, Gold
1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
$12,000
W 0.99 in D 0.75 in L 2.09 in
1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in original wood and leather case box that used to belong to Friedrich von Arensdorff (1626–...
Category
Antique 1670s Danish Baroque Vanity Items
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver
Ancient Roman Bronze Carved Signet Ring with 22 Karat Gold Rope Bezel
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Roman carved bronze signet ring (1st-4th century AD) with newly added 22k yellow gold rope detail bezel. Ring measures approximately size 7. Oval shaped ring top me...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Georgian Revival 0.93 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
$8,800Sale Price|29% Off
Georgian Revival 0.93 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most romantic Georgian style rose cut diamond engagement ring. The heart motif adorned with a delightful bow and centered by a charming, 0.93 carat antique diamond glimmering with ...
Category
20th Century North American Georgian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Gold Ring With Hare Pinkish Agate Roman Cameo 1st-Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1st century Ring size: 7 ¾ Dimensions (cameo): 1,9 x 1,4 cm Weight: 5,27 gr This delightful pink agate cameo of Roman production dates back to the 1st century and is set in...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A museum quality ancient Roman gold ring, circa 400 AD. This hollow ring is bezel-set with a garnet intaglio of Hippocamp – a fish-tailed horse that was considered the horse of Pose...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring, Louis VIII
Located in New York, NY
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring from the mid to late 19th Century. Intricately and finely carved seal of a Louis VIII profile within a gold bezel and an Arts and Crafts sterling silv...
Category
Antique 1870s French Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Roman Agate Intaglio Ring 18 Karat Gold Symbol of Fortune and Good Luck
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 18 karat gold ring is set with a deep brown agate intaglio. The roman intaglio dates from the second / third century AC and depicts a hand holding a oar, a poppy and one other f...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
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Merchant Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact merchant ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Sterling Silver and Bronze — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect merchant ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 19th Century. While most can agree that any merchant ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Carnelian version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a merchant ring, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Merchant Ring?
The price for a merchant ring starts at $1,800 and tops out at $25,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,989.
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.
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