Signet Rings
2010s Italian Contemporary Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Rhodium
20th Century British Late Victorian Signet Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1940s French Retro Vintage Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Signet Rings
Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Signet Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold...
1860s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Signet Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, D...
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, White D...
2010s American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s Italian Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Signet Rings
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White G...
Late 20th Century British Retro Signet Rings
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, Onyx, 9k 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.