Mourning Signet Ring
Georgian 18 Carat Gold Locket Mourning Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A Georgian era mourning ring.
18 carat yellow gold example. Set with a rectanglar glass panel to
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Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique Mourning signet ring, initial DD, black enamel and 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial style signet ring with an
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rare Early Victorian 18Ct Gold and Mourning Signet Ring with Locket Panel Front
Located in St Helens, GB
A highly unusual and rare early Victorian period ring.
SIZE ; Q UK, 8 US
Signet mourning ring
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Black Onyx 14k White Gold Victorian Mourning Pinky Signet Ring
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Lovely antique Victorian-era mourning ring in 14k white gold, circa the late 1800s. The face of the
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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgian Diamond Black Enamel Locket Mourning 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
An antique Georgian period Diamond and Black enamel mourning ring in 18 Kt yellow gold, set with an
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Antique 1820s British Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Georgian 18 Karat Gold, Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An 18kt yellow gold, black enamel, and seed pearl mourning ring dating to 1817. The piece centres
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian Mourning Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Georgian era, late 18th century mourning ring is truly a beautifully crafted
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Impressive 18 Carat Gold and Enamel Skull Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning example of a Georgian style Momento Mori mourning ring.
Solid 18 carat yellow gold and
Category
20th Century Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Victorian Mourning Quartz Braided Hair 14 Karat Gold Cross Antique Flip Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold
Circa: 1860
Ring size: 4 and not sizable (ring guard removable upon request)
Measures north
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Antique 1860s Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
extraordinary piece is a Mourning (Memorial) Ring,
dating back to Victorian period - circa 1884
yet it's in
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Georgian 1770s 18K Gold White Enamel Urn “In Memory of a Friend” Mourning Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian white enamel and yellow gold ring, in 18 karat yellow gold, adorned with white enamel
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Antique 1770s British Georgian Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian 10k Rose Gold Signet Style Braided Hair Art Mourning Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An antique Georgian 10 karat gold mourning ring.
With braided locks of hair set under a curved
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Antique 1790s British Georgian Band Rings
Materials
Rose Gold
Victorian English Enameled Woven Hair Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
This rare English mourning ring from the Victorian (ca1879) era is quite an unusual piece! Crafted
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian More Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Impressive 18 Carat Gold and Enamel Skull Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning example of a Georgian style Momento Mori mourning ring.
Solid 18 carat yellow gold and
Category
20th Century Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, Enamel
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Georgian Mourning Ring with Black Enamel, circa 1824
Located in London, GB
This Georgian ring is hallmarked 1824 and is engraved with the words 'Died Nov 3rd 1874'. This is an original mourning ring made in 18 carat yellow gold and covered with black enamel...
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Antique 14k Gold Signet Ring
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Vintage Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Ring
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Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, 9k Gold, Split Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
This charming antique Victorian Mourning ring is full of character and alluring melancholy romance as mourning pieces are usually both beautiful and sometimes sad reminders of sacre ...
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
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Antique Bullseye Agate Mourning Ring, Seed Pearl, 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique early Art Deco era mourning ring
It features a central oval bullseye agate cabochon in Black with white and brown banding surrounded by a halo of creamy seed pea...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings
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Agate, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Mourning Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Mourning Ring. This amazing ring has pristine enameling and the hair is still intact inside the glass. It has flower designs o...
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
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Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian crowned diamond heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century.
Located in Malmö, SE
Georgian crowned heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century, circa 1780 – 1810. Making this ring some 240 years old! Decorated with a large principal rose-cut diamonds wit...
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Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Bridal Rings
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond 3 Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond 3 Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
sweet 3 stone ring, elegant and classy
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
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Momento Mori 18 Carat Gold and Black Enamel Full Skeleton Band Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning example of a Georgian style Momento Mori mourning ring.
Solid 18 carat gold and black coloured enamel example.
Incredibly well made. Hand made enamelling in a kiln as the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary George III Band Rings
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Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Onyx 14k White Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
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Beautiful vintage onyx set in 14K white gold filigree. The filigree has a lovely art nouveau feel. The onyx is a very rich, deep black, and a rose cut Diamond is set in the ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
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Georgian Stuart Crystal Ring, 18th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare, beautiful and magical Stuart Crystal Ring set in 15 Kt gold and backed in sterling silver. Before I say more please understand that none of the impurities shown in the photog...
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Crystal, 15k Gold
Art Deco Style 10Kt. Solid Gold Signet Ring With Black Onyx and Diamond Size 10
Located in Long Beach, CA
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Signet Rings
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Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel 18 Carat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Pretty 18ct gold Victorian mourning ring with decorative panel set with four pearls, five rose cut diamonds and original worn black enamel.
Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/4
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Antique 1880s British Victorian More Rings
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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Onyx Rose Cut Diamond Rectangle Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian rectangle signet ring crafted in 18K gold. It features black onyx and rose cut diamonds.
Weight: 3.93g
Size: 16.25 (US 5.5)
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Cocktail Rings
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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Georgian Enamel Gold Memorial Ring Symbolizes Remember Me
Located in Stamford, CT
An 18th century ring of spectacular design in an elongated oval form displays a bow of white hair tied with gold thread placed under its crystal. The crystal frame is gold framed by ...
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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian More Rings
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White Enamel Mourning Ring, circa 1768
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
This white Enamel Mourning Ring records the death of a 17 day old baby .The circular bezel contains
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Antique 1760s British Georgian Signet Rings
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15k Gold
Vintage 14ct Gold Ox Bone Twist Signet Mourning Ring O 7.25 585 Purity Domed
Located in Camelford, GB
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Material: Solid 14ct (585/000) yellow gold and ox
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20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
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Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Agate and Braided Hair 9 Carat Gold Mourning Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare Victorian period mourning ring.
9 carat rose gold shank with a fine hand engraved pattern
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
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Agate, 9k Gold
1860 Victorian 18ct Gold Enamel Pearl & Hair Mourning Signet Ring with Engraving
Located in St Helens, GB
A true mid Victorian period mourning ring.
SIZE ; P UK, 7 3/4 US
Solid 18 carat yellow gold band
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Yellow Gold
Georgian 12 Carat Gold Pearl Blue White Enamel Panel Mourning Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A very fine Georgian period ring. Circa 1790.
Designed with a rectangular head of low profile. Set
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Antique 19th Century British George III Signet Rings
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Pearl, Enamel, Gold
Antique Victorian English 15K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Signet Mourning Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English15K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Signet Mourning Ring. This
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
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Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Flower Mourning 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This pretty antique ring has been crafted in the Early Victorian era. Featuring a small circle
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Black Enamel Yellow Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian mourning ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is embellished with a black enamel
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Antique 1870s British Signet Rings
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Onyx mourning ring, Initial E, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mourning Ring, 9k Rose Gold, Onyx, Initial J, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Edwardian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied Rose gold
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Signet Rings
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1834 William IV 18 Carat Gold and Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A true William IV period mourning ring.
Solid 18 carat yellow gold example, English made
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Antique 19th Century British William IV Signet Rings
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18k Gold
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Onyx and Seed Pearl Mourning Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A Victorian period cluster ring.
SIZE ; O 1/2 UK, 7 1/2 US
Solid 18 carat yellow gold example.
Set
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20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, Initial J, Onyx and 9kt Rose Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 0.45 Carat Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Rose Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold detail along the shank
Circa 1870
CTW: 0.45
Tested as 14 karat rose gold
Ring Size: 6
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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, Initial M, Onyx and 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A pretty antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Onyx, Yellow Gold
Victorian Mourning Ring, Initial C, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Black Enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A pretty antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied rose
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Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Signet Rings
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Enamel, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, Initial NS, Onyx and 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1797 Georgian 18 Carat Rose Gold Black and White Enamel Mourning Panel Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A Georgian period mourning cluster ring.
18 carat rose gold example.
A large circular head
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Antique 18th Century British George III Signet Rings
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Rose Gold, Enamel
1920s Achilles Glass Intaglio 14 Karat Gold Men's Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring molded amber glass intaglio depicting Achilles mourning for Patroclus, a copy of a relief
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings
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14k Gold
Antique Stuart Rock Crystal Ring Gold Wire Cipher circa 1700 Georgian English
Located in London, GB
monarchy was reinstated, and they were the precursor to mourning or memorial rings which became the rage in
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Antique Early 18th Century English Stuart Signet Rings
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Rock Crystal, Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, 18k Gold, Hairwork, Initial M Signet
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique Victorian mourning ring.
Rich 18kt yellow gold with a central shield shaped
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian 18 Carat Gold Malachite and Enamel Mourning Signet Ring 1815
Located in St Helens, GB
A Georgian era mourning ring.
18 carat yellow gold example. Set with a malachite to the centre with
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Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
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Malachite, Gold, Enamel
Unusual Victorian Chalcedony and Black Enamel Locket Mourning Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A superb mourning signet ring, chalcedony seal set with a monogram of the letters CSN, the hinged
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings
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Antique Mourning Ring, Initial J, Onyx and 9k Yellow Gold, Signet Ring
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Art Deco era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late George Gem-Set Mourning Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring size 5 1/2. Total weight 4.1gms.
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Signet Rings
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Gold, Silver
Late 18th Century Gold and Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
Late Georgian enamel gold and enamel mourning ring
In the late 18th century mourning rings
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Antique Late 18th Century British Regency Signet Rings
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18k Gold
Victorian Mourning Ring with Diamond Lantern to Light the Darkness
Located in Southbury, CT
an especially elegant example of an English Victorian-era mourning ring.
An oval plaque of glossy
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings
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Diamond, Onyx, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, Mother, 9k Yellow Gold and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
A heartfelt antique, mid Victorian mourning ring.
A rich yellow gold band with a band of tightly
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Mourning Ring, S Initial, 9k Yellow Gold and Onyx
Located in NEWARK, GB
A grand antique, Art Deco era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied gold letter S
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings
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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, Initial D, Onyx and Diamond, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era mourning ring.
This is an initial ring with an applied
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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1890 Victorian 18 Carat Gold Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Locket Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A Victorian period mourning ring. 18 carat gold example. Designed with an oval head with flower
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Antique 19th Century British Signet Rings
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Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Impressive 18 Carat Gold and Enamel Skull Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning example of a Georgian style Momento Mori mourning ring.
Solid 18 carat yellow gold and
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20th Century Signet Rings
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Gold, Enamel
Momento Mori Skull Design 9 Carat Gold Locket Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning example of a fine Momento Mori mourning ring.
Designed on a solid 9 carat yellow gold
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20th Century British George III Signet Rings
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
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Mourning The two birds (winged souls) tying together the knot of eternity and love as the ship sails away
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Signet Rings
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Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Achilles Glass Intaglio 14 Karat Gold Men's Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring molded amber glass intaglio depicting Achilles mourning for Patroclus, a copy of a relief
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings
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14k Gold
Antique Victorian 9k gold mourning ring, Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
A charming antique Victorian 9cr gold and hairwork mourning ring.
A beautiful Victorian piece in a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mourning Locket Ring, Bloodstone Intaglio, Poison Ring, 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
debauchery.
This incredible antique, Victorian era mourning ring is probably a locket ring of the more
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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15k Gold
Victorian Diamond Enamel Gold Mourning Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
This lovely Victorian mourning ring dates from London 1846 and is set with a black enamel shield on
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold
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Mourning Signet Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the mourning signet ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Enamel and 18k Gold. You’re likely to find the perfect mourning signet ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. A mourning signet ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a mourning signet ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Mourning Signet Ring?
The price for a mourning signet ring starts at $557 and tops out at $3,347 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,023.
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 Mourning Signet Ring
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mourning ring is used to memorialize a loved one who recently died. The practice of wearing memorial jewelry in this way began during the Victorian era in England. Today, some people wear antique mourning rings purely for fashion. Shop a collection of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022During the 18th and 19th centuries, mourning rings were worn on the pinky finger. When the jewelry came back into fashion in the 1930s and 40s, the tradition of displaying a mourning ring on the fifth finger continued. Today, people may opt to wear the rings on any finger. You'll find a variety of mourning rings 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, 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.
- 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, 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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