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Signet Gold Ring With H Engraved

Antique 18k Yellow Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Hand Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.) Material: Solid All 18k Yellow Gold w/ 12K Gold Top Weight: 14.57 Grams Ring
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Antique 19th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond Cross and Engraved Scripture Large Signet Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 13.5 Bold, symbolic, and intricately detailed, this statement-making men's signet ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Glasgow, GB
An elegant 18ct yellow gold signet ring featuring an oval head intricately engraved with an
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Vintage 1980s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1900s Yellow Gold Locket Signet Ring with Enamel
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 18 karat yellow gold signet ring, ornamented with a hidden enamel compartment; part
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Antique Early 1900s English Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Phoenix Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous intaglio signet ring. The face features an intricately engraved depiction
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20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carnelian Armorial Signet Ring 14 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
14 Kt gold Unique designed mount with flowers and leaf exalting the beauty of this ring Intricate
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

George VI 18 Carat Yellow Gold Signet Ring, 1940
Located in Glasgow, GB
George VI 18ct yellow gold signet ring, 1940, featuring an oval form with scroll engraved shoulders
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Vintage 1940s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.04 Carat Reclaimed Natural Diamond Men's Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
The vintage natural diamonds in this expertly crafted signet ring were reclaimed from estate
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Banded Agate Locket Back Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A victorian banded agate 18 Kt signet ring with a white line straight across the center is a
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

1.00 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men's Bespoke Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
1.00 Carat Round White Diamonds Men's Signet Style ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. It has 16
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2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

0.75 Carat Round White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bespoke Men's Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Meticulously crafted men's signet style ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold featuring 16 round brilliant
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2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

C1870 20 carat Monogrammed JHW Signet Ring w Deeply Carved Shoulders
Located in Baltimore, MD
20 carat engraved monogram signet ring skillfully hand carved with deeply carved repousse
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Antique 1860s British Early Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Victorian Carnelian Coat Of Arms Intaglio Seal Ring English 1868 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
hallmarks for 1868 age and 18 ct gold The face set with a large oval piece of Carnelian, reverse engraved to
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k 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

Regency Natural Untreated Ruby Diamond Rare Memorial 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn – engraved to the reverse ‘John Danl
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Antique 1840s British Regency Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Giovanni & Luigi Pichler 1790 Oval Intaglio Carved In Amber Mounted in 18Kt Ring
Located in Miami, FL
white gold. The flanks and borders of the ring's setting are decorated, with organics motifs
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Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold

Giovanni & Luigi Pichler 1790 Rare Agate Carved Intaglio of Mercury in 14kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
1874, page 65, No 133. for an almost identical piece. Duffield Osbourne “Engraved Gems” H. Holt
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Fire Agate, Agate, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1979 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Harvard Signet Class Unisex Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
' in banners Inside of shank features engraved Harvard 'H' Stamped for 14 karat gold With maker's mark
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Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Eternity Band 14K Solid Yellow Gold Engraved Star Diamond Stacking Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Eternity Band 14K Solid Yellow Gold Engraved Star Diamond Stacking Ring. Light weight can
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tresor Paris Bespoke 1.00 Carat Round Diamond 18k Gold Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color G-H clarity VS - SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...

Tresor Paris 0.30 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Gold Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color G-H clarity SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...

Diamond Cuff Ring 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Stacking Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Finger, Nail Ring, Pillbox, Pinky Ring, Signet, Spinner, Split Shank, Wrap Base Metal: Yellow Gold
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2010s Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Wedding Band 14k Solid Yellow Gold Stacking Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
, Nail Ring, Pillbox, Pinky Ring, Signet, Spinner, Split Shank, Wrap Base Metal: Yellow Gold
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2010s Indian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Signed Native American Inlay Kingman Turquoise 14k Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
" yellow gold anchor link chain, complementing the pendant's vibrant hue. Engraved signature (Begay or
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat Gold, Sterling Silver and Diamond "My Eternity" Chevalier Ring
By Azza Fahmy
Located in London, GB
18 Karat Gold, Sterling Silver and pave-set 0.11 carat Diamond Chevalier ring engraved with the
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2010s Egyptian Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Carnelian Coat of Arms Intaglio Seal Ring English 1868 Marks 18 Karat
Located in Napoli, IT
Stepping back into History An impressive antique Carnelian intaglio seal ring, bearing full
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Antique 1860s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

18th Century Diamond Bracelet with 2000-Year-Old Intaglios, 1790s
Located in Antwerp, BE
signet ring, inherited and worn by Augustus. We invite you on this journey back in time, but be warned
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Empire Charm Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...

Vintage H Initial Baby Signet Ring, 10K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 2, H Initial Midi
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 10 karat yellow gold H initial baby signet ring. This initial midi signet ring features a
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Vintage 1970s Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1900s Yellow Gold Signet Locket Ring with Enamel
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 18 karat yellow gold signet ring, ornamented with a hidden enamel compartment; part
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Antique Early 1900s English Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18K Gold Onyx & Diamond Large Signet Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage large hand crafted signet ring in 18K white and yellow gold. The intricate detailing
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Mid-20th Century American Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Crown Feather Family Crest Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Signet Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Makers Mark H C & S This exquisite
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Early 20th Century English Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Deco Signet Ring c1921 Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Art Deco signet ring (circa 1921), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. One estimated
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Ring Intaglio Crest Signet Fleur de Lis 10k Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. The inner band is engraved "P.M.H '13" The ring is in very good condition. We have not cleaned the
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Late 19th Century Signet Ring Set with Ancient Roman 1st-3rd Century AD
Located in London, GB
A superb late 19th century (c.1890) French gold signet ring set with an Ancient Roman intaglio. The
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold

MIT 1999 Grad 14 Karat Yellow Gold Beaver Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Famous GradRat signet ring made of 14k yellow gold. The bezel shows the Cambridge Skyline, Boston
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1990s Signet Rings

Materials

14k 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

Materials

Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Tresor Paris Bespoke 1.00 Carat Round Diamond 18k Gold Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color G-H clarity VS - SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pl...

New .60ctw Natural Diamond Tapered Signet Band, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A new 14 karat yellow gold natural diamond tapered signet band. This ring features a slightly domed
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Native American Inlay Kingman Turquoise 14k Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
" yellow gold anchor link chain, complementing the pendant's vibrant hue. Engraved signature (Begay or
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Intaglio Signet Ring, 1964
Located in Glasgow, GB
This 18ct yellow gold signet ring, marked for 1964, is elegantly engraved with an intaglio family
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Vintage 1960s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold and has a face with the initials 'W.H' engraved into it
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold and has a face with the initials 'D.H' engraved into it
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Carnelian and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
chunky 9ct gold band. This ring is engraved inside and reads 'E.T.D -J.H.B 31.12.55-67' Ring Size: U or
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Vintage 1950s British Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 9k Gold, Gold

Vintage 1923 Art Deco Signet Ring Small Oval 9k Rose Gold Child Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely vintage Art Deco era small signet ring (circa 1923), crafted in 9 karat rose gold. The
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Unusual Bloodstone Signet Ring from a family of Baronets
Located in Stamford, CT
A singular Victorian signet ring in 18Kt gold,, well hallmarked and belong from a long line of
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Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Georgian 24.00 Ct Citrine Coat of Arms Seal Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Signature Large antique Georgian period Citrine intaglio seal ring, 1790/1800 ca hand
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Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Quality 9 Carat Gold Prancing Bull Intaglio Seal Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning contemporary 9ct gold signet ring. ​The 12mm x 14mm oval head is expertly engraved
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21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

9k Gold

Large Antique Gold and Amethyst Intaglio Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful looking Ring is set with a fine Amethyst engraved with an Armorial Crest, the shield
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Antique 1860s German Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

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Steven Battelle Cabochon Aquamarine Diamonds Granulated 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful brilliant blue 14 x 17 mm cabochon Brazilian Minas Gerias aquamarine is set in a signature Steven Battelle "4 point bezel with jawan" handcrafted 22K Etruscan style gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 22k Gold

Victorian Antique Black Enamel and Yellow Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 1840s black enamel and 14 karat yellow gold mourning ring with hair; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine an...
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Antique 1840s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring, 1970
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Iconic and collectible Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring in 18k gold with matte red enamel. There is loss on enamel on both sides (see pix) and some on central motif. Gold is in good co...
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

14K Gold Bloodstone Edwardian Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold Edwardian intaglio signet ring contains an esoteric image—a unique family crest with mysterious imagery. Carved into bloodstone, a striped shield sits on a diagonal, wi...
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Large Carnelian Justice Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is a spectacular carved carnelian 14 karat gold signet ring. It is part of Kirsten's Corner signature line. Starting with a beautifully carved carnelian intaglio a simple but s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Vintage Bloodstone and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous signet ring has a bloodstone set within the 9carat gold band. The stone is deep green with flecks of red running through. Fully hallmarked London 1983. Ring Size: N 1/...
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Vintage 1980s British Signet Rings

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Gold

Italian 14 Karat Two-Tone Yellow and White Gold Chunky Oval Link Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
Dress up your off-duty looks with our Italian made 14 karat two-tone yellow and white gold chunky oval link bracelet offered by Alex & Co. This classic and timeless Circa 1980's piec...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

14k gold Mens, Unisex Ring with Genuine Emerald
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 K Gold Mens Ring with Emerald. Statement emerald ring. Gold signet ring for men with emerald. Emerald gold ring. Unisex ring with Emerald. Natural emerald ring. Octagon emerald r...
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2010s Asian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

1989 Men Ring Opal triplet solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75US / 6.6 gr
Located in SE
Ring for Men adorned with bezel Opal triplet measuring 15 mm x 12 mm . Crown is 4 mm deep. Full set of Swedish hallmarks, 18k, maker's and date code is P10 / hand - made in 1989. ...
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1990s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
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Antique Early 19th Century European Baroque Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18kt Rose Gold Signet Family Crest Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
In 750 thousandths rose gold, signet ring engraved with a coat of arms. Size 9. Weight : 12,8g
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Late Victorian Black Opal 14 Karat Gold Unisex Floral Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Signet style band ring centers an oval black opal cabochon measuring approximately 12.0 x 10.0 mm Translucent gray in body color with strong and spectral play-of-color Bezel set in...
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Signet Rings

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Temple St Clair Poison Ring In 18Kt Gold With 11.10 Ctw Diamonds And Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail poison ring designed by Temple St. Claire. Gorgeous and rare ring created by the jewelry designer Temple St. Clair. This poison cocktail ring was made at her workshop studi...
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1990s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1953 Signet Men Ring natural 4.5ct Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15.5 x 11,5 mm x 2.4 mm mm deep/ about 4.5 ct . Crown part is...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Chalcedony Fox Seal with Chased Split Ring Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique early Victorian 9ct gold seal fob pendant, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. This stunning piece features classic scrolling arches leading to an integral bail, which is ...
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Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold

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Signet Gold Ring With H Engraved For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact signet gold ring with h engraved you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 8 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a signet gold ring with h engraved from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic signet gold ring with h engraved over the years, but those made by Malcolm Betts, Maison Auclert and Susan Lister Locke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a signet gold ring with h engraved featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and round cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a signet gold ring with h engraved, 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 Signet Gold Ring With H Engraved?

Prices for a signet gold ring with h engraved can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $467 and can go as high as $9,800, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,760.

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 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 ringsvintage 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.