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Signet Rings For Sale
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Antique Intaglio von Gyllensvärd Signet Ring Blue Sardonyx 18K Gold ØUS8.75/3.5g
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring featuring banded / two-layered/banded Sardonyx stone with the heraldic depiction of a Sword in the middle of the shield under the Knight's Helmet with horns deco...
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1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Awesome 18 Carat White Gold Intaglio Seal Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb contemporary signet ring. Solid 18 carat white gold example. 10.3mm x 8.5mm oval shaped signet with a deeply carved intaglio seal of an armoured hand holding a sword or dagg...
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20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Gold

Platinum Diamond Ring 2.00tdw, 27.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's platinum and diamond ring. Stamped Plat and weighs 27.2 grams. The diamonds are princess cuts, 2.00 total carats, G to H color and mostly VS clarity. One diamond has a small ch...
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Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Venus Diamond Signet Ring
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Venus Star, symbolizing the goddess Ishtar (Astarte), embodies love and fresh starts. Representing both morning and evening, it brings illumination and serves as a portal to the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Roman Carved Red Jasper Gryllus Signet Ring Antique Georgian
Located in London, GB
An ancient Romano-British carved jasper intaglio dating from the 2nd to 3rd century AD, set in a later gold mount dating from the late 18th century. The intaglio is intricately carve...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Georgian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper

14K Gold Onyx and Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is a classic Art Deco men’s ring, circa the 1920’s. The 14k gold ring features a rectangular onyx panel with rounded corners. In its center is an Old European Cut diamond, bezel...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruth Nyc x Tea Leigh Pony Signet Ring, 14k Yellow Gold with Rubies
Located in Long Island City, NY
A rearing horse, deeply engraved in 14k gold and saddled between two ruby flowers. The ring's face measures approximately 8mm x 10mm. Designed in collaboration with tattooer Tea Lei...
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2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bloodstone and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous signet ring has a bloodstone set within the 9carat gold band. The stone is deep green with flecks of red running through. Fully hallmarked London 1968. Ring Size: N or...
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1960s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

0.99 Cts Clear Multi Sapphire Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Its an exclusive Clear Multi Sapphire ring studded in 18k Rose gold with 1 piece of Sapphire weight 0.99 carat with this entire ring is studded in 18k Rose gold , ring size can be change as per the requirement, its an exclusive wearable ring. size - Us-6 Collection ( ON OF KIND...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Authentic Roman Intaglio 1st-2nd century AD 18 kt Gold Ring depicting God Zeus
Located in Roma, IT
Crafted in 18 kt gold, this ring showcases an authentic Roman carnelian from the 1st-2nd century AD, portraying Zeus, the revered king of the Greek pantheon, adorned with the symboli...
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2010s Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1917 Nordic AR or RA Signet Ring Red Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø US4.5 /3.65 gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring from distant 1917 with twisted double wire band adorned with bezel set polished plate of Red Onyx stone 10 mm x 8 mm x 2.8 mm / ca 3.5 ct. The crown measures 14 mm x 11 m...
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1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Post Medieval 'I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD' ring with eagle, circa 17th century
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval silver 'I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD' ring with eagle. Set to center with a circular silver gilt plaque with an eagle with wings spread wide in relief, encircled by a si...
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17th Century Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Silver

Rare Ancient Egyptian Carved Carnelian Frog Amulet Swivel Ring 18th Dynasty
Located in London, GB
This rare Egyptian carved carnelian frog amulet dates to the Eighteenth Dynasty of the New Kingdom, circa 1300 BC. Frog amulets, depicting the goddess Heket, were commonly worn by both the living as a fertility charm and the dead to provide rejuvenation and a long afterlife. The ancient amulet is pierced horizontally and set into a later gold swivel mount, probably dating from the late 19th century. The design of the gold mount inspired by rings worn by the ancient Egyptians and Etruscans with its swivel bezel and coiled wire on the shoulders. The immense number of offspring made the frog an important symbol of fertility in ancient Egypt, and carved frog amulets were worn by women hoping for an easy delivery. This is exemplified with the goddess and protector of birth, Keket, who was depicted as a frog. After death, frog amulets would be placed within the wrappings of mummies, both men and women, in hope of a successful rebirth in the afterlife. The association between this amphibian and rebirth may have been induced by the fact that every year, millions of frogs spontaneously appeared out of the river mud and filled the fields after the annual inundation of the Nile. This caused the Egyptians to believe that they spontaneously generated themselves out of the river mud. The influence of frogs in Ancient Egypt can be seen in the language, the hieroglyphic sign for "one hundred thousand" was a tadpole, and one of the Egyptian terms denoting "frogs" is whm-anx, meaning literally "they who repeat life." Similar examples of ancient Egyptian carved...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 22k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Crest Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique Tiffany & Co. 14K gold signet ring with a beautifully engraved carnelian intaglio crest depicting a lion above a shield with two sta...
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Early 20th Century American Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Intaglio Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Green Intaglio Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Size 6.25 13.34 Grams
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1980s Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hardstone Cameo Portrait of a Lady size 6
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely ring started life as a stick pin but I changed it into a lovely ring. This portrait of a lady is carved on top this hardstone and a nice everyday ring. The size is six ...
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1960s Artisan Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Ruth Nyc x Tea Leigh Pony Signet Ring, Sterling Silver with Black Diamonds
Located in Long Island City, NY
A rearing horse, deeply engraved in silver and saddled between two black onyx flowers. The ring's face measures approximately 8mm x 10mm. Designed in collaboration with tattooer Tea...
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2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

2.08 Carat Oval Shape Diamond Spiral Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Elegantly designed, this ring features a stunning oval-cut diamond as its centerpiece, radiating brilliance and allure with its exceptional clarity and sparkle. The classic oval shap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

2.08 Carat Oval Shape Diamond Spiral Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
The setting of the diamond is where artistry truly shines. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the spiral design delicately embraces the diamond, accentuating its natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.22ctw Diamond Men's Ring 14k Yellow Gold Engravable Signet Size 12.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.22ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - K Clarity - I1 Please note there are surface reaching inclusions. Metal: 14k Yel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

A Large Silver Gilt Byzantine Ring 8th-10th Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A large silver gilt Byzantine ring from the middle to later Empire. The bezel shows saints Peter and Paul standing by a processional cross, both holding bibles. Note the shoulders of...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Yellow Gold Statement Band - 14k Wide Tapered Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 3 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Band Features: Tapered Silhouette Measurements Face Height (nor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite A Grade Jade Oval Untreated 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified A-Grade Vivid Green Jadeite 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring. A stunning 1.43 carat untreated vivid green jadeite jade set in a fine 18k yellow gold rubover bezel signet ri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Signet Ring with Garnet Intaglio of a Horse
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Size: 6.5 Weight: 9.6 grams Measurements: 15.5 mm north to south Markings: “750” and a maker’s mark Notes: some surface wear to the intaglio Notes: The antique box shown is for ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

CARL F. BUCHERER - Ring with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Carl Bucherer - 18k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds up to. 0.80ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 - EU. 17 (53) detailed description: the front of the ring is 7....
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2010s Dutch Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1935 Hallmarked & Initialed Unisex Signet Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Handsomely crafted in 9 carat gold, our Gerald Ring holds a subtle presence. A cushioned top, lightly engraved is a memory of a life long past. Now is the time for new histories, new families and a new you...
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1930s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Round Cut Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Signet Style Domed Ring US5.5
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Cut Red Ruby Signet Style 18k Yellow Gold Domed Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a beautiful 3mm flush set round cut natural ruby with a beauti...
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1990s French Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Emperor Augustus Georgian Period Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Superbly carved Georgian period sardonyx cameo signet ring depicting Roman Emperor Augustus in profile Late 18th/ Early 19th Century Condition: Ver...
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Late 18th Century European Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Ring Studded in 18k Rose Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Its an elegant ring studded in 18k gold with 4 pieces Mozambique natural ruby weight 1.46 carat & Diamond weight 0.02 carat , this entire ring studded in 18k gold weight 3.70 grams,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Rose Gold

Large 19th Century Georgian 14K Yellow Gold Onyx Intaglio Medusa Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Georgian period 14K yellow gold onyx intaglio signet ring depicting Medusa. Early 19th Century The story of Medusa is one of the best known in Greek mythology. It is most ...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Bvlgari Green Peridot Oval 18k Yellow Gold Signet Style Bezel Rubover Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari Oval Cut Peridot 18k Yellow Gold Signet Style Ring. This rare Bvlgari pieces features a fine oval cut green peridot set in a fine 18k yel...
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20th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman First Century AD Red Jasper Intaglio of Apollo Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ancient Roman first century AD red jasper intaglio of Apollo in later 18kt carat yellow gold. Size 8 Long 2,3cm Weight:14,92gr.
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Occult Men Unisex Ring solid 18K Gold Blazing Star Enamel Ø16 US/ 7gr
Located in SE
Old ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold featuring seven pointed Blazing Star in Red Enamel and band with profile ornament of oak leaves & acorns. Can be some type of Occult ring...
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1910s European Aesthetic Movement Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel

2 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Solid Gold Available in 18k Yellow gold. Same design can be made also with othe...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Created Ruby & Brilliant Diamond Signet Square Ring Size 12.5
Located in San Jacinto, CA
18K Yellow Gold 5.73TCW Created Ruby & Brilliant Diamond Ring Size- 12.5 This distinguished signet ring, crafted in sumptuous 18K yellow gold, presents a marriage of classic design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Torrini 14K Yellow Gold Fiorino Florentine Chevaglier Signet Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Torrini Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 7 Shank Maximum Width: 12.40 mm tapering to 3.45 mm Weight: 6.91 grams Unisex 14K yellow gold vintage signet coc...
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20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Skull Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Emerald Memento Mori Style Skull Ring Bronze J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin Christian theory and practice of reflection on mortality. Which in Latin means "remember that you have to die", it symbolize the vanity of early life and the nature of all early goods and pursuit that are just temporary. Memento more has been a discipline of perfecting the character by cultivating detachment and turning the attention towards the immortality of the soul and the afterlife. Available as made to order ring...
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Bronze

Gucci sterling silver heart trademark ring, boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish Gucci sterling silver heart trademark ring. A classic and timeless piece from the 2000s, it is a chunky band style ring similar to a signet ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Gold Tone Arty Ring
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to ring is evident. Light wear to the metal with tarnishing to the rear and small scratch marks on this used Saint Laurent designer resale item. Detai...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Early 22k Carnelian Intaglio Ring of Jupiter Holding Victory
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Early carnelian intaglio depicts Jupiter seated holding Victory Measurements: 16mm north to south, intaglio 12 x 9mm Weight: 5.6 grams Size: 8 3/4
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1820s Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 22k Gold

A Roman Citrine Intaglio Of Hercules 1st Century AD Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman intaglio carved in a lentoid citrine. The subject is a vigorously engraved bust of Hercules to the right. The subject is beautifully rendered with the facial features in part...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1950s Hallmarked Square Shaped Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1955 Makers Mark C G & S This vintage 9ct gold signet ring features a rounded square shape with a clean and plain surface, ma...
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Mid-20th Century English Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Carnelian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stag Deer Intaglio Antique Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped tablet of carved carnelian measuring 10.0 x 17.5 mm Translucent orangey red in color - carved with an intaglio of a stag deer With a recessed gold surround...
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1870s Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14K Gold Signet Ring with “Spiritus Gladius” Motto
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold signet ring features a family crest of a shield topped with a radiating cross. The shield is divided into three sections, with vertical ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is modelled in glossy 9 carat gold and has engraving on the front. The letters read 'VMC'. RIng Size: L 1/2 or 6 Face Width: 8mm Weight: 2.4g
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage 21 K Gold Coin Ring Senator Robert F. Kennedy 1968
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage coin ring with a collectible 21K gold medal honoured Robert F. Kennedy, surrounded by 18K gold support. The obverse of the medal features a ...
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1970s Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Onyx and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The onyx in this signet ring is in lovely condition and it so glossy! The stone is set within the 9ct gold band. Fully hallmarked London 1972. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Stone Dimensio...
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1970s British Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

0.20ctw Diamond Men's Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 9
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.20ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - SI2 - I1 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.8 Grams Stamps: 14k Face H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sword in Hand Engraved Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb unisex antique signet ring. Solid 18 carat yellow gold example. Designed with an arm holding a sword. 13mm x 18mm oval front and sits very close to the finger. CONDITION ; ...
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20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 1818 Louis XVIII 20 Francs 21K Gold Coin Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Discover the elegance of history with our exquisite 1818 Louis XVIII 20 Francs coin ring. Crafted from premium 21K gold, this remarkable piece of jewelry is not only a testament to f...
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1810s Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Lucky Fortune Horseshoe Ladies Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
This antique Victorian era rose cut diamond horseshoe ring was made in Austro-Hungary, circa 1900. This utterly charming signet ring features a horseshoe motif at the front of the ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian 18K Lapis Intaglio Ring with Rose Cut Diamond Surround - A Cruce Salus
Located in Hummelstown, PA
18K Lapis Intaglio Ring with Rose Cut Diamond Surround “A Cruce Salus” “From the Cross Comes Salvation” Size: 7 Measurements: 11.4 mm north to so...
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1880s Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage GIA Certified 1ct Columbian Emerald Bezel Set Ring with diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Most likely made during the 1980s, this juicy vintage emerald ring is sure to make your mouth water. Weighing in at just over 1ct, this step cut emerald is bezel set in an equally t...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2.78 Carat AAA Top Quality Vivid Green Solid Gold Men's Signet Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A luxurious solitaire emerald ring. The center stone features a magnificent 2.78-carat, natural emerald cut emerald ethically sourced from the mines of Zambia. This gemstone showcase...
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2010s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Adina Reyter One of a Kind Groovy Heart Signet Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Adina Reyter One of a Kind Groovy Heart Signet Ring - Y14 14k yellow gold heart signet ring with prong-set diamond. Measurements: Ring size 6, 9mm at it's widest Total Diamond Car...
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2010s Indian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Type-A jade ring, circa 1970.
Located in London, GB
Type-A jade ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Type-A jade in an openback rubover setting with a weight of 2.81 carats, to a solitaire...
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1970s Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, 22k Gold

1892 Karin's Nordic Men Ring Mars Ares Intaglio Hematite 18K Gold ØUS13/ 7.6gr
Located in SE
Antique Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set fine intaglio on Hematite stone depicting depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ) - God of War and also an agricultural...
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1890s Swedish Greek Revival Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold

18KT Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Jade Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This estate oval cabochon jade signet ring is crafted in 18KT yellow gold and dates from the 1970’s. It features a striking bezel set oval green jade that measures approximately 16mm...
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

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.

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