Roman Gold Finger Ring with Eagle Intaglio, circa 3rd-4th Century AD
Located in London, GB
Roman gold finger ring with eagle intaglio. Set with an impressive oval cornelian intaglio of an
Gold
Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of a Gryllos Sileno and Eagle
Located in Firenze, IT
The Roman intaglio of the I-III century is made of carnelian and is inserted in an ancient gold
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio of an Eagle's Head 1st century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: I century A.D. Ring size: 4,5 Weight: 3,4 gr The Roman ring dates around the 1st century
Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold
Roman Carnelian Intaglio 2nd-3rd Cent.AD Depicting 2 Eagles 18 Kt Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
A Roman intaglio on carnelian (2nd-3rd cent.AD ) has been set in this ring , depicting 2 eagles
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Roman Intaglio '2nd Cent.AD' Depicting an Eagle and a Cornucopia 18 Kt Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold ring was set an authentic Roman intaglio (2nd century AD) on carnelian, which
18k Gold
Roman Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Eagle and Cornucopia Gold and Emeralds Ring
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold and emerald ring there is an authentic Roman intaglio (2nd century AD) on
Carnelian, Emerald, 18k Gold
Roman Gold Ring with Eagle Gemstone, 4th Century AD
Located in Sofia, BG
A gold finger ring with granules to the shoulders, disc plaque with applied filigree collar, cell
Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Legionary Signet Ring with an Eagle Carnelian Intaglio
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman Gold Legionary Signet Ring with an Eagle Carnelian Intaglio Ca. 100-300 AD, An
1943 Men Unisex Signet Ring 6ct. Blood stone solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 2.2gr
Located in SE
Unisex type Signet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with carved shoulders and claw set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures ca. 12 mm x 8.5 mm x 2.75 mm deep...
Other, 18k Gold
$1,387Sale Price|25% Off
GUCCI 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Garnet 5mm Band Ring
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci band ring finely crafted in Italy and made in 18 karat yellow gold featuring a domed cabochon garnet center inside a 5 mm band. Fully hallmarked with logo and metal content. R...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Roman Heron Carnelian Intaglio 1st-2nd cent. AD 18 Kt gold ring
Located in Roma, IT
This 18 Kt gold ring features an authentic Roman carnelian (1st–2nd century AD) engraved with a depiction of a heron. Elegant, slender, and unmistakable, herons have long been common...
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
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 ...
CARTIER Oval Iolite 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Cartier ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with an oval purple iolite. Made in France circa 1994. Measurements: 0.47" (12mm) width, 0.86" (22mm)...
Iolite, Yellow Gold
18k ring, carnelian Intaglio symbols
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K carnelian intaglio ring. Pisces, Scorpio, Sun and Moon.
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek Gold Intaglio Ring Circa 4th Century BC
Located in Chicago, IL
A unique, museum quality ancient Greek gold ring, circa 4th century BC, likely a wedding ring. The ring is engraved with two wrestling Erotes. When Aphrodite (Greek goddess of love,...
$1,060Sale Price / item|22% Off
VR Jewels 2.19 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex yellow sapphire ring in 18k gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. To enhance your look and convey your emot...
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
From $2,632 / item
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 Scorpio holding a moon and star circa 3rd Century A.D. in 18kt yellow gold. HISTOR...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 gr The ring is characterized by a nicolo from the Roman era, dating back to the ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring with Rectangular Dusky Pink Tourmaline
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Pure simplicity, this ophistiacted 18 K rose Gold Band ring features a rectangular dusky pink Tourmaline totalling 17.75 ct. This ring can be worn by women and men as the design is v...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 2 Carat Moonstone Bezel Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 10K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Oval Cabochon Natural Moonstone Carat Weight: Approximately 2 Carats Ring Size: 6.25 Ring Weight: 2.4 Grams Item Bar...
Moonstone, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monete Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Ancient Roman Coin Ring, from Sacchi’s "Rome" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewelry, forms th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Gold Four Compartment Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 5.9 gr This precious ring of the 18th century ring is made of gold and has the central part – in the shape of a fou...
Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1980's 3.20 CTW Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Puffy Vintage Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped citrine weighing approximately 3.20 carats total Transparent medium yellowish orange in color and bezel set east to west Flanked by puffed shoulders with gro...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules
Located in London, GB
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules, the oval sapphire weighing 7.90 carats and finely engraved with the profile of Hercules facing right, rub-over set to a yellow gold...
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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