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Signet Rings For Sale
Unique Piece Tourmalineted Quartz Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Bezel Silver Bench Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18K yellow Gold Bezel Hexagonal Tourmalineted Quartz, Sterling Silver, Unique Piece "Ink Ring". This Tourmaline Quartz Ring belongs to a limited s...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Tourmaline, Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver...

White Diamond Ruby Sapphire Medal Ring Coin Ring Woman Art Nouveau Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs White Diamond 1 Pc Ruby 5 pcs Blue Sapphire Medal Ring Coin Ring with a Woman looking at a mask - Art Nouveau Style J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Blue sapphire as...
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2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver

David Yurman Black Diamond Signet Ring Streamline Sterling Silver size 7
Located in Northbrook, IL
Presenting a striking David Yurman signet ring crafted in sterling silver, adorned with a captivating array of black diamonds. The ring showcases a bold, rectangular face encrusted w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

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Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

Antique Cast Iron Signet Ring Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit in Vase
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual cast Iron signet ring features a finely designed bouquet of fruits and flowers in a high footed vase. The ring shoulders are decorated with flowers and leaves.
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1830s German Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Steel

Natural Gold in Quartz 14 Karat Gold Signet Style Custom Ring
Located in Logan, UT
This classically styled ring features a beautiful cabochon of rare natural gold bearing quartz. The clean shape is an elegant frame for the natural gold formation. The vivid colors of the raw gold...
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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chushev Chnoubis Scarab Corundum Intaglio Gold Swivel Ring
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto corundum gemstone and features the gnostic deity, Chnoubis. The stone is set in an 18K gold swivel ring...
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2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Jagger Garnet Ring
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Jagger Diamond Signet Ring is a stunning, one-of-a-kind design, meticulously handcrafted using an ancient wax-carving technique. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, it features a captiv...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Late 19th Century Armorial Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s This antique 14K yellow gold signet ring from the Victorian era features a carnelian intaglio intricately engraved with a bel...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

The Inevitable Signet Ring With Infinity Stone
Located in New York, NY
Harness the power and prestige of the Marvel Universe with The Inevitable Signet Ring. Inspired by the Infinity Gauntlet, this bold statement piece is meticulously crafted in 14k go...
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2010s American Medieval Signet Rings

Materials

Peridot, 14k Gold

French Tank sapphire diamond ring, 18 karat gold
Located in PARIS, FR
French Tank sapphire diamond ring in 18 karat gold, adorns with scrolls set with a line of three rose-cut diamonds in a platinum setting and two lines of four synthetic sapphires. Sy...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Yellow Gold White Gold J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Karat White Gold J Dauphin Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flower...
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2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified Bi Colour Green Blue Sapphire Emerald Cut 18k Gold East West Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique Natural Parti Colour Blue & Green Untreated Sapphire In a fine 18k Yellow Gold East West Rubover Bezel Solitaire Ring. IGI Certified 0.99 carat sapphire with a unique deep bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

DAVID YURMAN SS MENS SIGN BLACK SAPPHIRES RING Size 9
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Condition Never worn Gender Men 925 Sterling Silver Type ring Ring size 9 Main Stone Sapphires Stone color Black Weight 9.8gr Retail price $1.400 Comes with Dav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Silver and Cameo Glass Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
French cameo glass depicting woman in profile setting in silver. Top size 31mm x 23mm Size : 9 Weight: 34.22gr.
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Signet Rings

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Silver

Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze Unisex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Sapphire Crest Signet Ring Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; s...
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2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings

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Sapphire, Bronze, Sterling Silver, Silver

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze Unisex J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented ...
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2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Silver, Bronze, Sterling Silver

An 18th C Carnelian Intaglio Of David Garrick As A Ring
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century carnelian intaglio mounted as a ring, the intaglio carved after the 1772 medal of Garrick by Lewis Pingo, 1743-1830, a cast of which is in the British Museum, Lo...
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Late 18th Century English Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k ONYX L I or E ring. 10k Letter L or E statement ring. Calligraphy L or E
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1950s Size: 12 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Onyx Gem color: Black Band color: Gold This is a super unique ring. Excellent ring. Onyx stone with an L or an E lette...
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Early 2000s Signet Rings

Vintage circa 1970s Diamond 18 Carat Yellow & White Gold Patterned Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 18 carat gold, this classic ring features a patterned yellow gold band rising to a white gold squared top holding one shimmering round brilliant cut diamond. Her name is Th...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

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

Natural Gold in Quartz and Gold Nugget 14 Karat Gold Men’s Custom Ring
Located in Logan, UT
Exquisitely rare natural gold bearing quartz and gold nuggets are the focal points of this elegant and unique men's ring. The classic shape and styling are a perfect frame for the na...
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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Signet Ring Gold Skull Victorian Memento Mori Style Emerald
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Gold Skull Victorian Memento Mori Style Emerald J Dauphin J Dauphin signature piece " Secret Doors" Hand made in Los Angeles This...
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Piaget Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This elegant 18k Yellow Gold Piaget Ring is set with natural round brilliant diamonds, combining timeless luxury with iconic design. With a total weight of 22.6g (14.5 dwt), the ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chicago Arts & Crafts Signed Sterling Silver & Bloodstone Cabochon Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed, antique Chicago Arts & Crafts signet ring. In sterling silver. From the Art Metal Shops. Set with a round bloodstone cabochon and decorated with applied/stylized le...
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1930s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Signet Rings

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Jasper, Sterling Silver

Medieval Iconographic Ring, circa 13th-15th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval iconographic ring. The central heart shaped bezel engraved with 'IHS' (a Christogram abbreviating Jesus Christ), with smoothly integrated tr...
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15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Medieval Iconographic Ring with the Holy Trinity, English, circa 15th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval iconographic ring with the holy trinity. A yellow gold ring with an oval bezel finely engraved with a religious scene featuring the holy tri...
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15th Century and Earlier British Medieval Antique Signet Rings

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Yellow Gold

Antique Gold, Silver, Diamond and fine Onyx Cameo Ring, circa 1850.
Located in Aspen, CO
It is such a delight when we discover a small but scintillating treasure! This is an antique hardstone cameo with a naturalistic shape in the form of a halo of rose cut diamonds surr...
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1850s Victorian Antique Signet Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Crest Ring Signet Gold White Diamond Skull Memento Mori Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Ring Signet 14 k Yellow Gold White Diamond Skull Memento Mori Style J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order , 3-4 weeks to be completed Inspired by Memento Mori, me...
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified Bi Colour Blue Orange Sapphire Untreated 18k Gold East West Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Untreated Bi Colour Blue & Orange Australian Sapphire In a fine 18k Yellow Gold East West Rubover Bezel Solitaire Ring. IGI Certified 1.03 carat Australian sapphire with a uniq...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chushev Solon Hematite Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto hematite gemstone and features the Athenian statesman, Solon. The stone is set in an 18K signet ring. ...
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2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings

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Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold

Signed Wesley Emmons Modernist Sterling Silver and Agate Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An impressive, heavy Wesley Emmons ring. Comprised of sterling silver, this stoutly made modernist ring is set with a flat rectangular polished agate ca...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Silver & Gold Green Chalcedony Finger Ring Depicting Jupiter Roman First Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period Roman Finger Ring Depicting Jupiter A silver and gold green chalcedony finger ring depicting Jupiter. Period Roman First century CE. Ring Size : 8 Intaglio : 12mm Weight: 18...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

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Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

White Diamond Crest Signet Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold White Gold Unisex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 Pcz White Diamond Crest Signet Ring 14k Yellow and White Gold Unisex J Dauphin Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold signet-ring; engraved; shoulders ornamented with flowers...
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique 10kyellow Gold Polished Repousse Work Side Oval Signet Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 10k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.40 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 17.36mm (0.68") (top of the rin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Carrera y Carrera Diamond Onyx 18 Karat Gold Baile de Bambú Signet Bamboo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a round shaped face featuring a matte gold bamboo branch With white gold foliate appliqué bead set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.05 carat tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Onyx and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The Onyx stone is set within the 9ct gold band. Fully hallmarked Sheffield 1910. Ring Size: R 1/2 or 8 3/4 Stone Dimensions: 12x10mm Weight: 4.3g
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1910s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold ring is from Sirène Collection. It is a delicate creation of natural round colorless diamonds in total of 1.61 Carat. Total metal weight is 8.40 gr. Great addition to any look! The Sirène collection is inspired by the beauty of the Mediterranean Sea that surround us in our beautiful Principality of Monaco and the pearls that reminds to the mother of pearl. The Sirène collection highlights to the mesmerizing, majestic and mysterious creatures hidden in the abysals with a strong seduction power thanks to the legendary sirens’ song.This collection celebrates an ephemeral beauty that makes all generations dream through the tales of Andersen with Ariel The Little Mermaid up to the mythical film Pirate of the...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pinky Signet Ring, 14K Gold Pinky Pentagon Signet Ring, Small Pentagonal Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Pinky Signet Ring - 14K Gold Pinky Pentagon Signet Ring - Small Pentagonal Ring - Signet Ring For Women created by hands from ring to the stone shapes. G...
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2010s Turkish Modern Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold and Agate Cameo Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow gold ring, adorned with a cameo on agate representing three male profiles probably Italian poets ( Dante Alighieri, Ludovico Ariosto e Giovan Battista Marino). Ring size: 7 ...
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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Signet 9 Karat White Gold Ring Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Round signet ring in 9 karat white gold with one central rose cut diamond. US finger size is 8 3/4, French size 59, Italian size 19, the ring can be resized to the customer's size be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Natural Gold in Quartz 18 Karat Gold Signet Style Custom Ring
Located in Logan, UT
This classically styled ring features a beautiful cabochon of rare natural gold bearing quartz. The clean shape is an elegant frame for the natural gold formation. The vivid colors of the raw gold pop dramatically against the 18kt yellow gold setting. This substantially made solid ring will wear well, and will be a timeless addition to any wardrobe. This listing is for a custom, made to order version of this ring. You will be given the opportunity to approve the specific piece of natural gold bearing quartz which we use before we make the ring. Delivery time is estimated to be 4-5 weeks. -Gold in Quartz (Natural, Mined) -18kt Gold -ring is approximately 16.75mm across at widest point -ring size to order -made in USA by Morning Sun Jewelry...
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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring circa 14-15th century
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring. Set with a hexagonal cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in a closed back rubover collet setting with an ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

GIA Report Certified 1.5 Carat E VS Asscher Cut Diamond in 18k Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
GIA Report Certified 1.5 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond in 18k Gold Signet Ring Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Yellow Solid Gold Available in 18k Yellow gold, Can be made in wh...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Oval Signet Ring, 18K Rose Gold, Lapis Lazuli 13.5 x 10.5 mm with Engraving
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet, 18K Rose Gold, Lapis Lazuli, 13.5 x 10.5 mm, with heraldic Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Crest Ring Sapphire Signet Style Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Sapphire Unisex Crest Ring Signet Style Sterling Silver Bronze J Dauphin can be worn by women or men. Inspired by Queen Mary of Scots ring. Gold...
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Bronze, Sterling Silver, Silver

Natural Gold in Quartz and Gold Nugget 18 Karat Gold Custom Men’s Ring
Located in Logan, UT
Exquisitely rare natural gold bearing quartz and gold nuggets are the focal points of this elegant and unusual men's ring. The classic shape and styling are a perfect frame for the n...
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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter 18k Yellow Gold & Silver Ring with Bands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter with motifs dating back to the 18th century. This piece was originally carved in China for export to Britain. ...
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Late 18th Century American Artisan Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Pearl, Other, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Domed Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Raised Profile and Rounded Shank
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold signet style domed ring centered with raised profile. * Finger Size: 8 * Weight: 19.0 grams * Pre-owned: scratched evenly throughout * Can ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Men's Exotic Red Stone Ring in Black Titanium
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Exotic Red Stone Ring Ring Size: 14 Stone Size: 16.4 X 17.3mm Ring Weight: 20.7gm Front Size 20mm Base of Shank: 7.8mm Condition New ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Titanium

Colombian Emerald Ring, 2.50 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking ring showcases a captivating marquise cut Colombian emerald, cut in an elegant oblong or eye shape, totaling 2.50 carats. The impressive emerald is accompanied by its A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Forever Love in Black Ring Ferrucci
Located in New York, NY
FERRUCCI The Love in black ring, conceived in 18k yellow gold, a new way to bring with you the classy, beautiful 18k yellow gold, everlasting in time, modern and bold shapes combined...
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2010s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

VR Jewels Unisex Ruby Signet Ring Crafted in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Ruby Signet Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.56 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any outfit. Ruby improves mental st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

DAVID YURMAN Novella Statement Silver Ring With 18K Gold And Citrine
Located in New York, NY
Brand: David Yurman Condition: Never Worn Metal: Sterling silver with 18K gold Gemstone: Emerald-cut citrine 13 x 8 mm Style: Split shoulders, tapered shank Ring size: 7 Ring w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Signet Ring 18k Yellow Gold Shield Monogram Flowers
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian shield signet ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The center shield is engraved with the initials "FH". The side shoul...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Shield Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The main detail on this ring is the shield with corner engraving. The chunky shoulders are smooth and carry on down into a plain band modelled in 9ct gold. Made in Birmingham 1964, ...
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1960s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Pinky Signet Ring, 14K Gold Pinky Hexagon Signet Ring, Small Hexagonal Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Pinky Signet Ring - 14K Gold Pinky Hexagon Signet Ring - Small Hexagonal Ring created by hands from ring to the stone shapes. Good ideas of dainty ring or stackable ring gift for her...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold

14K Gold 0.43 Ct Emerald & Diamond Enameled Cocktail Ring, Chevalier Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold 0.43 Ct Emerald & Diamond Enameled Cocktail Ring, Art Deco Chevalier Ring, Pinky Ring, Enameled Signet Ring This ring was made with q...
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Enamel

French 1935s 7.50 Carat Tourmaline 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Splendid antique signet ring, it features a large flat drop ring, which holds a magnificent square green tourmaline bezel-set on top. Total weight of the tourmaline : approximately 7.50 carats. Height : 13 mm, Width : 13.5 mm approximately, thickness : 7.6 mm, Width at the base of the ring : 5.7 mm. Total weight of the jewel: approximately 10.7 g. US Size : 7 ; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewel - French work from the years 1935/1940. Our opinion : An antique tourmaline ring...
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1930s French Retro Vintage Signet Rings

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Merchant's Inlaid Niello Ring Seal With Coat Of Arms Circa XV Sec.
Located in Firenze, IT
A medieval merchant’s silver ring with an oval bezel, depicting a coat of arms. The shield at the centre appears to be quartered, with the top left and bottom right featuring horizon...
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15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Silver, Niello

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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