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Signet Rings For Sale
10kt Solid Gold Hand Constructed Art Deco Ring
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 8 This unique hand made ring is set with a genuine Hematite Stone that is hand carved by m...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

Vintage Garnet Cabochon and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Sat proud upon a gorgeous glossy 9ct yellow gold band is an equally glossy garnet cabochon stone. The stone nearly spans the whole width of this ring. Made in London 1978, England. ...
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1970s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Vintage Onyx and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The Onyx stone is set within the 9ct gold band. Fully hallmarked Chester 1953. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Stone Dimensions: 8.5x6mm Weight: 2.3g
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1950s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is modelled in glossy 18 carat gold and has the faintest engraving on the front. The letters can't be made out and are very subtle. Fully hallmarked Chester 1906. RIng Siz...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Signet Topaz British Ring 9Ct Gold, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Signet Topaz British Ring 9Ct Gold. Created around 1890. Huge and fine Antique English topaz signet ring. The top of the Signet has the moto: “Donec Devs Dat Dono” The motto could ...
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1890s British Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Topaz, Gold

14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Mens Natural Blue & White Diamond Signet Ring 7.9g
Located in San Jacinto, CA
The 14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Blue & White Diamond Men's Signet Ring is a bold and sophisticated piece of jewelry designed to make a statement. Crafted from high-quality 14K white gol...
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2010s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Mourning Quartz Braided Hair 14 Karat Gold Cross Antique Flip Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rotating rectangular face that flips on axis Featuring quartz on one side and hair on the other Each measuring 8.0 x 10.0 mm and bezel set Quartz is carved with a centere...
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1860s Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Although Mourning Jewelry has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, its popularity reached its peak during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 - 1901). ...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Customizable Letter Ring Personalized 18k Gold Tangerine Orange Sapphire
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Customizable Letter Ring, a creation by Rossella Ugolini. Meticulously crafted in white Sterling Silver with a bespoke Handmade in 18K yellow gold letter F, this ri...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

21st Century 18 Karat White Gold Pavé Set with White Diamonds Signet Ring
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
A classic pinky ring, masterfully hand-made: pavé-set white diamonds set in 18-karat white gold. Measuring about 1.1 cm in diameter, the photographed ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Signet Rings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 2.21Ct Lapis Lazuli and 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 2.21 Carat lapis lazuli and 14 karat yellow gold signet ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The ring displays a feature rectangular cut-cornered 2.21Ct octagonal cut lapis lazuli panel to the center of the setting. The floral decorated border melds with the foliate bordered ring shoulders, blending seamlessly with the plain ring shank. This antique lapis lazuli ring...
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1930s Vintage Signet Rings

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

1970 Nordic Ring Unisex Modernist solid 18K Gold Ø6.25 US / 5.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Swedish Ring in solid 18K Orange Gold with openwork crown , modernist styled . In general Unisex model, for Men or Women. Hallmarked 18K , maker's and date code U9 / hand -...
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1970s Swedish Modernist Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 1913 2.57 Carat Garnet and Rose Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 2.57 carat garnet and 9 karat rose gold dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique ring has been crafted in 9k rose gold. The multi claw setting displays a feature 2.57Ct oval mixed cut garnet. The flared and elevated ring shoulders are embellished with an engraved decoration. The ring is deeply struck to the interior with full English hallmarks, including the maker's mark 'CYBS', the 9k gold fineness mark (9.375) the Birmingham Assay Office mark (anchor) and the date letter for 1913 (O). This antique garnet and rose gold...
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1910s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Onyx and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The onyx in this signet ring is in lovely condition and it so glossy! The stone is set within the 9ct gold band. Fully Hallmarked London 1973. Ring S...
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1970s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

Vintage Garnet and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set within this glossy 9ct gold ring is a gorgeous deep red cabochon garnet. The shoulders and setting are wonderfully ornate. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2 Stone Dimensions: 10x8mm ...
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1950s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Early 1900s Yellow Gold and Carved Carnelian Intaglio Unisex Ring
Located in Torino, IT
Extremely stylish, this exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto rich oval shaped Carnelian gemstone depicting a male profile with his head encircled with laurel The warm reddish brown colour of the Carnelian is perfectly complimented by the Yellow Gold of the shank . Timeless and chic, this early 1900s European Intaglio...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Wooden Ring One-of-a-kind
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18k Gold Wooden Ring One-of-a-kind This unique piece is made from petrified wood with an 18k gold square and band interior. Its geometric shapes ...
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20th Century Modern Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

22K Yellow Gold Greek Ancient Bezel Coin Ring, Tapered
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Beautiful unique 22kt yellow gold bezel ring holding an ancient Greek coin. The top bezel is a unique beaded design that's 19mm in width; the shank of the ring is 6.5mm tapering to 2...
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1990s Greek Classical Greek Signet Rings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Openable Signet Ring Made in the first half of the 19th century
Located in Stockholm, SE
This signet ring is made of 18 karat gold and has a special feature: its seal can be opened to reveal a hidden compartment with an image of Viscount Exmouth inside. On the seal of th...
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19th Century British Antique Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

18ct Gold Carnelian Signet Ring, 1958
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold signet ring, unengraved, set with a carnelian. Hallmarked by the London assay office, marked '18' for 18 carat gold, with date letter 'C' for 1958. • Period: Mid...
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1950s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Onyx Cameo Ring, 1881
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Victorian oval onyx cameo ring set in 18ct yellow gold. The cameo, depicting the philosopher John Locke (1632-1704) is set in 18ct gold marked with Birmingham hallmarks, 1881. • P...
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1880s British Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Diamonds, 1919
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold signet ring, featuring the intaglio arms of The Burgh of Buckhaven, Methil and Innerleven (Scotland). The ring is adorned with transitional cut diamonds totaling ...
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1910s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Monete Roman Imperatorial Silver Coin Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Bulgari 18k gold ring from Monete collection, featuring ancient Augustus Quinarius silver coin. Showing Cesare just how alluring a 2.000-year-old coin can look when combined with a b...
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Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Bloodstone Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A clean 15kt gold signet ring that has not been engraved. This gives you the opportunity to engrave the stone to show your identity. The bloodstone has little red flecks that the pho...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 15k Gold

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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 16 Karat Yellow Gold Medusa Figural Signet Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
This Art Nouveau era yellow gold ring, dated inside 1900, is a fine example of the period's aesthetic, which often included fluid, organic forms and mythological motifs. The band fea...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Signet Rings

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Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Eros Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring set with an intaglio representing Eros holding a torch and a butterfly (probably Psyche). Hollow setting Gold and carnelian Roman art, 1st-2nd century Intaglio size: 0.8 x 0.6 c...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold

Elizabeth Locke Agate Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Elizabeth Locke Agate Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features a carved dark green agate with red speckles. The ring size 6.5 and weighs 14.5 grams. Stamped 18k and Elizabeth Locke...
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1980s Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Oval amethyst approximately 7ct and 18kt yellow gold mount with a carved cross on each shoulder. Size : 11 1/2 Weight:16,7gr.
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Signet Rings

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Amethyst, Gold

Diamond Scatter Signet Ring in 9 Karat Gold by Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This contemporary take on the classic signet ring is crafted from solid 9-carat yellow gold and features eight diamonds ranging in size and color from pale champagne to cognac and a ...
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2010s British Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Men’s Banded Agate Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco men's banded agate gold ring, circa 1930. The Art Deco Men's Banded Agate Gold Ring is a stunning example of the elegance and sophistication of the Art Deco era. This ring ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

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Agate, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Company Antique Yellow Gold Intaglio Crest Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1917 Tiffany & Company 14k Yellow Gold Signet Crest Ring, the top measures 1/2 X 1/2 inch and is set with a Carnelian that is Engraved with a s...
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1910s American Vintage Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Signet Family Crest Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 - 1940 14k Yellow Gold Signet Crest Ring, the top of the ring measures 5/8 x 9/16 inch and has a detailed deep carved Intaglio Crest. Finger size 7 and weighs 9.8 Grams.
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1910s American Vintage Signet Rings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.8 Carat Aquamarine Men's Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This collection features a unique collection of Men's Aquamarine Rings. Designed with baguette shaped aquamarines to accent the center stone in white gold, these rings are the perfect complementary accessory with a watch. Classic aquamarine men...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Signet Rings

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Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style 10Kt. Solid Gold Signet Ring With Black Onyx and Diamond Size 10
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Signet Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold with Onyx and Diamond Inset CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 10 This vintage Art Deco men's ring is ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

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10k Gold

Antique Men Signet Ring Banded Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS12.25 / 11.5gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring - adorned with bezel set polished Red plate of banded Red Onyx stone 15 mm x 12 mm x 4.3 mm with open back / ca 9 ct. This charming stone looks like sliced jelly with def...
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1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings

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Onyx, 18k Gold

Hancocks Contemporary 22ct Gold Signet Ring Set With Antique Carnelian Intaglio
Located in London, GB
A gold and carnelian signet ring by Hancocks, the classic oval shaped signet ring handmade in 22ct yellow gold and set with an antique oval carnelian intaglio circa 1840 engraved wit...
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2010s British Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique 1920s Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 18 karat yellow gold intaglio signet ring; part our gent's jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique men's signet ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The circular face of this armigerous signet ring is embellished with a chased decorated seal matrix...
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1920s British Victorian Vintage Signet Rings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cober 14 Carat Yellow Gold Signet Ring with Onyx
Located in OSS, NH
This is a 14 Carat yellow gold signet ring with a custom-designed letter or monogram. A very special item for men. Cober designs exclu...
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Signet Rings

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Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek Dionysus Cameo Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptionally rare and large ancient Greek sardonyx cameo dates to the late Hellenistic period, and features a carving of Dionysus, the god of wine ...
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Signet Rings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Etruscan Revival 18K Gold & Carnelian Carved Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Etruscan Revival gold & carnelian signet ring. With a bezel-set cabochon carnelian that has an intaglio carved image of an Ancient Greek or Roman scholar or philosopher. The...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 18k Gold

Dubini Ancient Egyptian Scarab Black Stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring features an ancient Egyptian scarab circa 1085-713 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. A black stone scarab with an oval body and a gen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Signet Rings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Gold Victorian Blue Banded Agate Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is an elegant Victorian era ring, featuring the popular Scottish stone of banded agate. The banded agate is smooth and could be engrave with a personal sign or emblem, potentially making it a signet ring. The oval and smooth banded agate gemstone measures 3/8 by 5/8 of an inch. It is a very dark blue color, and the sides, where one can see the rings of the agate, is a darker black color. The band on the ring is banded also, with a nice texture that enhances the qualities of the stone. The rose gold color is a nice choice to set off the darker and moody gemstone. The ring is a size 4.5 but could be easily resized. Feels great to the touch making this a great everyday ring. The ring remains unmarked but has been acid tested to 14K gold. Weighs 3.65 grams. "Pebble rings...
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1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Rose Gold

Vintage Engraved Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet ring holds a glossy carnelian stone engraved with. prancing Lion surrounded by 9 carat yellow gold. Fully Hallmarked Birmingham 1954. Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Stone Dimensi...
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1950s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Solid Gold Available in 18k Yellow gold. Same design can be made also with othe...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage star Set Diamond Signet Ring, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This vintage Art Deco era 9ct yellow gold Diamond signet ring is simply lush! The perfect pinky ring rich yellow gold with a squared face and ...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique circa 1920s 14 Carat Rose Gold "Hb" Inscribed Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 14 carat rose gold, this lovely antique signet ring, circa 1920s, has an elegant oval front with an intricate italic "HB" engraved into the surface. We have named this lov...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

0.23ctw Diamond Cross Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 13.25 Men's Signet
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.23ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - I Clarity - SI1 - SI2 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 19 Grams Stamps: 14k Face ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men's Diamond Ring 0.25ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's 14k yellow gold and diamond ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 11.7 grams. The diamond is a round brilliant cut, H to I color, Si clarity, and 0.25 carats. The top of the ring measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emerald 2.68 Carat Ring 18Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Magnificent Colombian Emerald ring in close setting. Colombian Emerald Ring 18K Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald -2.68 Carat 18 Karat Ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Signet Rings

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18kt. gold Banded agate masonic ring, depicting a Square and Compass
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 18kt. yellow gold Banded agate masonic signet ring, depicting a Square and Compass. Made in England, Circa 1870's X - Ray tested positive for 18kt. gold. While the...
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1870s British Antique Signet Rings

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Opal Ring Art Deco Size 9.5
Located in Southbury, CT
This rare and impressive ring from Tiffany & Co. was created in the Art Deco era (circa 1930s). Originally made for a man, it could of course be worn buy anyone today. The solid, impeccably crafted ring is made from heavy 14K yellow gold and features an electrifying natural solid opal that displays a full spectrum of colors, including flashes of reddish-orange right in the center. The opal measures approximately 12.47mm x 10.94mm x 5.11mm and weighs approximately 4 carats. The shoulders are deeply engraved and the band narrows around the back, so if you need this size 9.5 ring resized by your local jeweler, the design won't be compromised. The interior is marked for metal fineness (14K) and is stamped with the Tiffany & Co hallmark. Gemstone rings for men...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

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Opal, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Get creative with the blank "canvas" of this 14k yellow gold retro signet ring. Unmarked and ready for personalization, its smooth face can be monogramed and engraved with your initi...
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1980s American Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi Roman Style Ring 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Roman Style Ring in Satin Yellow Gold, from Sacchi’s "Rome" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the ol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Daphne Ring 62
Located in Birmingham, GB
Large Size Vintage Cartier Diamond And Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Signet Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a beautiful 3.5mm centre diamond with F/G Col...
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1990s French Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold 2.50 Mexican Peso Ring 5.9gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k Yellow Gold 2.50 Mexican Peso Ring. The pesos agw is .0603ozt. The ring is 14k, total weight 5.9gr. Size 6 1/4. Can be size up or down one size f...
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Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carnelian Armorial Signet Ring 14 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Signature Ring A Stunning Victorian period armorial ring, skillful hand crafted of solid 14 Kt gold Unique designed mount with flowers and leaf...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

Ruby Ring Studded in 18k Rose Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Its an elegant ring studded in 18k gold with 4 pieces Mozambique natural ruby weight 1.46 carat & Diamond weight 0.02 carat , this entire ring studded in 18k gold weight 3.70 grams,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

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Ruby, Rose Gold

Antique and Vintage Signet Rings for Sale on 1stDibs: Shop Gold Signet Rings, Diamond Signet Rings and Other Signet Rings

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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