Signet Rings
1960s British Vintage Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings
Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Silver
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Agate, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Signet Rings
Brown Diamond, Silver
2010s Italian Modern Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Movement Signet Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Signet Rings
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1790s Italian Georgian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Modern Signet Rings
Onyx, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Canadian Vintage Signet Rings
10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings
Tourmaline, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1820s French Napoleon III Antique Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Bronze
2010s Colombian Modern Signet Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
16th Century Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 10k Gold
1960s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Art Nouveau Signet Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Signet Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
2010s North American Contemporary Signet Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
10k Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Signet Rings
18k Gold
1970s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Tiger's Eye, Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Signet Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1820s British George III Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 18k 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.