Signet Rings
19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Signet Rings
Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Signet Rings
Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Signet Rings
Tsavorite, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Opal, White Diamond...
20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
1970s British Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
20th Century American Georgian Signet Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
Late 20th Century Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Russian Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
2010s German Baroque Revival Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Late Victorian Signet Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Retro Signet Rings
Onyx, Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Artist Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Signet Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Vermeil
20th Century Edwardian Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, White D...
1860s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1950s Italian Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Onyx
1960s Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Retro Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Retro Signet Rings
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Signet Rings
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Retro Signet Rings
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow 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.