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A Roman Citrine Intaglio Of Hercules 1st Century AD Ring
A Roman Citrine Intaglio Of Hercules 1st Century AD Ring

A Roman Citrine Intaglio Of Hercules 1st Century AD Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

A Roman intaglio carved in a lentoid citrine. The subject is a vigorously engraved bust of Hercules

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

FAUN AND GOAT Authentic Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18Kt Gold Ring
FAUN AND GOAT Authentic Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18Kt Gold Ring

FAUN AND GOAT Authentic Roman Carnelian Intaglio 18Kt Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

An authentic Roman carnelian from the 1st-2nd century AD has been set in this 18 kt gold ring

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Carnelian Intaglio Signet 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting Tyche 'Fortune'
Roman Carnelian Intaglio Signet 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting Tyche 'Fortune'

Roman Carnelian Intaglio Signet 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting Tyche 'Fortune'

Located in Roma, IT

This 18 Kt gold ring, from SERRA archeological collection, use genuine ancient Roman intaglio on

Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman Asclepius and Hygeia Intaglio Ring Circa 2nd Century AD
Ancient Roman Asclepius and Hygeia Intaglio Ring Circa 2nd Century AD

Ancient Roman Asclepius and Hygeia Intaglio Ring Circa 2nd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

A Roman carnelian intaglio depicting Asclepius and Hygeia, c.2nd century AD, Asclepius, God of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Museum Quality Ancient Roman Jupiter Intaglio Signet Ring
Museum Quality Ancient Roman Jupiter Intaglio Signet Ring

Museum Quality Ancient Roman Jupiter Intaglio Signet Ring

Located in London, GB

Ancient Roman Jupiter intaglio signet ring. Set with an oval cabochon garnet intaglio, engraved

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman Green Chalcedony Plasma Intaglio Ring of Goddess Victoria Nike
Ancient Roman Green Chalcedony Plasma Intaglio Ring of Goddess Victoria Nike

Ancient Roman Green Chalcedony Plasma Intaglio Ring of Goddess Victoria Nike

Located in London, GB

A scarce ancient Roman intaglio dating from the 1st to 2nd century AD, depicting Victoria, the

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 22k Gold

A Roman Green Agate Intaglio Grasshopper Set In A Gold Ring
A Roman Green Agate Intaglio Grasshopper Set In A Gold Ring

A Roman Green Agate Intaglio Grasshopper Set In A Gold Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

A roman green agate intaglio set in a gold ring. Grasshopper. 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k 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

An Amethyst Intaglio Magical In Gold Ring Roman 3rd Century AD
An Amethyst Intaglio Magical In Gold Ring Roman 3rd Century AD

An Amethyst Intaglio Magical In Gold Ring Roman 3rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

An amethyst double faced intaglio with a standing cockerel to the right with a palm frond behind

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Roman Grasshopper Garnet Intaglio set in a Gold Ring 1st century
Roman Grasshopper Garnet Intaglio set in a Gold Ring 1st century

Roman Grasshopper Garnet Intaglio set in a Gold Ring 1st century

Located in Firenze, IT

A Roman intaglio of the first century in garnet, mounted in 22kt gold, depicts a grasshopper, an

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold

Helen Woodhull Roman Intaglio 22 Karat Ring, 1981
Helen Woodhull Roman Intaglio 22 Karat Ring, 1981

Helen Woodhull Roman Intaglio 22 Karat Ring, 1981

By Helen Woodhull

Located in Cincinnati, OH

gold ring with a Roman coin with a profile of a man. Woodhull , designer for Georg Jensen , Tiffany

Category

Vintage 1980s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

22k Gold

Authentic Roman Intaglio 18 kt Gold Ring depicting Goddess Athena Nicephora
Authentic Roman Intaglio 18 kt Gold Ring depicting Goddess Athena Nicephora

Authentic Roman Intaglio 18 kt Gold Ring depicting Goddess Athena Nicephora

Located in Roma, IT

This 18 Kt gold ring showcases an authentic Roman carnelian dating back to the 1st-2nd century

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman Amethyst Intaglio Magical Gryllos Gold Ring
Ancient Roman Amethyst Intaglio Magical Gryllos Gold Ring

Ancient Roman Amethyst Intaglio Magical Gryllos Gold Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

, with a grotesque personality is known as “gryllos” and this detail can suggest that the intaglio is

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Silver Intaglio Men's Ring with Roman Profile Portrait 1st-3rd Century AD
Silver Intaglio Men's Ring with Roman Profile Portrait 1st-3rd Century AD

Silver Intaglio Men's Ring with Roman Profile Portrait 1st-3rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: 1st-3rd century AD Top size: 21 mm Size 9 ½ Weight 18.84 gr The intaglio of Roman

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Silver

A gold Ring set with a Roman Magical Prasium Intaglio. Jupiter Heliopolitanus.
A gold Ring set with a Roman Magical Prasium Intaglio. Jupiter Heliopolitanus.

A gold Ring set with a Roman Magical Prasium Intaglio. Jupiter Heliopolitanus.

Located in London, GB

This ring is exceptional for several reasons. It combines a genuine Roman magical intaglio from the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Gold

Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.
Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.

Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.

Located in London, GB

Gold and Silver Ring Set with a Roman Amethyst Intaglio Depicting the Attributes of Minerva. Roman

Category

Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

10 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Intaglio Roman Warrior Ring
10 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Intaglio Roman Warrior Ring

10 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Intaglio Roman Warrior Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This is a 10k yellow gold gents ring set with a majestic hematite intaglio of a Roman warrior on

Category

20th Century American Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Hematite, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Arione Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D
Roman Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Arione Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D

Roman Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Arione Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: 2nd century Top size: 21 mm x 15 mm Ring size: 8 Weight: 12.50 gr The 2nd century Roman

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman Intaglio Set In An 18th Century Ring
Ancient Roman Intaglio Set In An 18th Century Ring

Ancient Roman Intaglio Set In An 18th Century Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Unsual 18th century ring set with an octagonal cut jasper, to the centre a ancient Roman republican

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Jasper, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Roman Jasper Intaglio '1st cent. BC' 18 Karat Gold Ring Depicting Fortune
Roman Jasper Intaglio '1st cent. BC' 18 Karat Gold Ring Depicting Fortune

Roman Jasper Intaglio '1st cent. BC' 18 Karat Gold Ring Depicting Fortune

Located in Roma, IT

Roman coins and intaglios that date from the 3rd century BC. to the 4th century A.D., as well as forms

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k 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

Ancient Roman Gold Ring With Deer And Cypress Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Gold Ring With Deer And Cypress Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Ancient Roman Gold Ring With Deer And Cypress Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

Roman art, 1st-2nd century Intaglio size: 0.8 x 0.6 cm Ring size: 6 Weight: 5.76 gr The deer is the

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold

Sapphire Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century Roman Emperor Caligola
Sapphire Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century Roman Emperor Caligola

Sapphire Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century Roman Emperor Caligola

Located in Firenze, IT

The oval-shaped sapphire carved to depict the profile of a Roman Emperor Caligola, in a closed-back

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HERMANUBI Ancient Roman intaglio 1st-2nd Cent. AD 18 Kt Gold ring
HERMANUBI Ancient Roman intaglio 1st-2nd Cent. AD 18 Kt Gold ring

HERMANUBI Ancient Roman intaglio 1st-2nd Cent. AD 18 Kt Gold ring

Located in Roma, IT

This 18kt gold ring, handcrafted by our goldsmiths, depicts Hermanubis, the Greco-Egyptian god born

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D
Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D

Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

18kt yellow gold ring decorated with a bloodstone intaglio representing Abraxas in the form of a

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Ancient Silver and Eye Bead Roman Intaglio Mens Ring Circa 3nd Century AD
Ancient Silver and Eye Bead Roman Intaglio Mens Ring Circa 3nd Century AD

Ancient Silver and Eye Bead Roman Intaglio Mens Ring Circa 3nd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

inscription. Roman art. 1st - 3rd century AD 10 x 12 mm (intaglio). Gross weight: 12.93 g - Ring size: 7 1/4

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Silver

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of Fortuna 1st – 3rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of Fortuna 1st – 3rd Century AD

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of Fortuna 1st – 3rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

An Ancient Roman hollow gold finger ring, with expanding shoulders, and an oval bezel, set with an

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold

Vesta Roman Carnelian Intaglio '2nd-3rd Cent AD' Handmade 18 Kt Gold Ring
Vesta Roman Carnelian Intaglio '2nd-3rd Cent AD' Handmade 18 Kt Gold Ring

Vesta Roman Carnelian Intaglio '2nd-3rd Cent AD' Handmade 18 Kt Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

In this 18 Kt gold ring, an authentic Roman carnelian (II-III century AD) has been set, depicting

Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'
Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'

Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'

Located in Roma, IT

In this 18 kt gold ring an authentic roman intaglio on carnelian ( 1st cent.AD ), depicting God

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 22k Gold

Roman Intaglio 2nd Century AD 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting the Goat Amalthea
Roman Intaglio 2nd Century AD 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting the Goat Amalthea

Roman Intaglio 2nd Century AD 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting the Goat Amalthea

Located in Roma, IT

An authentic Roman carnelian from the 1st-2nd century AD has been set in this 18 kt gold ring which

Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Roman Empire 1st Century AD Nicolo Agate Intaglio Ring

Roman Empire 1st Century AD Nicolo Agate Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES. The 1st century AD nicolo light blue agate depicting the rest of the Greek warrior The archa...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Banded Agate Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 3nd-4rd Century A.D
Banded Agate Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 3nd-4rd Century A.D

Banded Agate Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 3nd-4rd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

yellow gold mounted. Group of roman magic intaglios. 3nd - 4rd century AD for the intaglio. Dimensions of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D
Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D

Bloodstone Roman Magical Intaglio Men's Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

18kt yellow gold ring decorated with a bloodstone intaglio representing Abraxas in the form of a

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Carnelian Gryllos Intaglio Set in Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D
Roman Carnelian Gryllos Intaglio Set in Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D

Roman Carnelian Gryllos Intaglio Set in Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D

Located in Firenze, IT

An oval carnelian intaglio depicting a grylle (bearded man, horse's head and ram). Top size 12mm

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

3rd Century AD Roman Empire Jasper Good Luck Intaglio Ring
3rd Century AD Roman Empire Jasper Good Luck Intaglio Ring

3rd Century AD Roman Empire Jasper Good Luck Intaglio Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

prosperity. These kind of rings was very popular in late Antiquity, to wear them on the finger would have

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Signet Rings

Materials

22k Gold

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

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Roman Intaglio Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate roman intaglio ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 80 vintage editions and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a roman intaglio ring 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. Finding an appealing roman intaglio ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Barry Brinker, DUBINI and Bulgari each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A roman intaglio ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Carnelian rings, from our inventory of 31, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes uncut and cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a roman intaglio ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Roman Intaglio Ring?

On average, a roman intaglio ring at 1stDibs sells for $5,833, while they’re typically $325 on the low end and $46,673 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Roman Intaglio Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Intaglios can be made out of a wide variety of materials, which include plastic, stone or glass. Intaglios, which are designs engraved into a material, can be practical or used for decorative purposes. You can shop a collection of intaglio artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An intaglio is used for stamping a positive imprint on a wax seal which identifies and authenticates the letter on which it was pressed. In the Roman Empire, intaglios could be carved out of precious stones such as amethyst or garnet. Shop a collection of intaglios 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.
  • 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
    Finger rings were a sign of wealth, status, and knowledge in Ancient Rome. The Romans wore multiple rings at once and favored showy examples. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Roman rings from some of the world’s top sellers.