Signet Rings
1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
White Gold
Mid-20th Century Signet Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Georgian Antique Signet Rings
Jasper
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Classical Roman Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
17th Century Antique Signet Rings
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century American Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
1960s Artisan Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Vermeil, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century European Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Ruby, Rose Gold
19th Century English Georgian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Signet Rings
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s European Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Gold
1820s Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century English Signet Rings
Gold, 9k Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Signet Rings
Gold
1970s Vintage Signet Rings
Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet Rings
Onyx, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
1810s Antique Signet Rings
Gold
Early 1900s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
1880s Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Signet Rings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Signet Rings
Jade, 22k Gold
1890s Swedish Greek Revival Antique Signet Rings
Hematite, 18k Gold
1970s Contemporary Vintage Signet Rings
Jade, 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.