Signet Rings
1910s European Greek Revival Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Vermeil, Silver
1970s British Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
1970s Contemporary Vintage Signet Rings
Jade, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Signet Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
1990s French Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Artisan Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Signet Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 19th Century British Antique Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Georgian Antique Signet Rings
Jasper
1910s European Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
19th Century English Georgian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Platinum
15th Century and Earlier Javanese Antique Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
1990s British Signet Rings
1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century English Signet Rings
Gold, 9k Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Gold
1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Hematite, 18k Gold
1880s Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820s Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
2010s Indian Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Signet Rings
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 22k Gold
2010s Thai Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Silver
1980s Vintage Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
1970s French Modernist Vintage Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1970s Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s British Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
1980s Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1810s Antique Signet Rings
Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Signet Rings
Gold
1910s European Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1890s Swedish Greek Revival Antique Signet Rings
Hematite, 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.