Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Paper
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century American Georgian Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century English Georgian Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
White Diamond, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Carnelian, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Porcelain
1950s French Retro Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Canvas, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Canvas, Paint
Late 18th Century French Renaissance Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Canvas, Paint
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20th Century Brazilian Contemporary Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Modernist Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, Enamel, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century American Victorian Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
10k Gold
Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Ladies Signet Ring
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.
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