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Signet Rings For Sale
Style: Artisan
Style: Medieval
18kt White Gold Ring With 4ct Black and 4ct White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring With 4ct Black and 4ct White Diamonds Diamonds: white brilliant cut diamonds, together ca. 3.6 ct, black diamonds ca. 3.8 ct Material: 18k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Ring 8.02 Carat Kashmir Sapphire, 3.75ct Oval Diamonds, IGI Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
IGI Certified Stunning Platinum Ring with 8.02 ct. Kashmir No Heat Sapphire, 3.75 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: 3.75 ct. Sapphire: Blue Natural Kashmir Sapphire, Oval Shaped 8.02 ct. Wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Labradorite Iris Quartz One of a Kind Oval Galaxy Gold Ring, Devta Doolan 2024
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Galaxy Ring handcrafted by acclaimed jewelry maker Devta Doolan in the artist's signature finished 18k yellow gold showcasing a magical Iris Quartz set atop labradorite...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Labradorite, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Men von Boltenstern Ring Intaglio Signet 18K Gold Carnelian ØUS9.5/15 gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring featuring Carnelian (type of Agate) stone with the detailed heraldic depiction of Von Boltenstern's coat of arms under the crown of Nobility set into wide band r...
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Mid-20th Century European Medieval Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique Signet Ring Wilkinson Courtenay 18.5 ct Jasper 18K Gold US 3.75/12.8g
Located in SE
Gold and Jasper Signet Ring with concave shaped heraldic impalement Intaglio of two noble Families Coats of Arms forever embedded into the dark Red of the stone with great skill. Th...
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18th Century European Medieval Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold

A Byzantine Gold Men's Ring With Jewish Menorah 6th-7th Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A Byzantine gold ring with a jewish menorah and an inscription. A typical early Byzantine ring made with soldered circular section wire and round bezel, engraved with a candelabra fo...
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15th Century and Earlier European Byzantine Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring With A Roman Nicolo Cameo Of A Parrot 6th Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
An early Byzantine ring with a Roman cameo of a parrot perched on a palm frond. The parrot was a popular subject in the early Empire, no doubt for its intelligence and cleverness. T...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Late 20th Century Astrology Motif Emerald Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing our stunning Astrology Motif Emerald Ring, crafted from exquisite 14k yellow gold. Adorned with a captivating round-shaped emerald weigh...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1945 Peso Coin Nugget Design Ring, 2-1/2 Pesos 22K Gold in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This nugget design coin ring is perfect for someone who loves history and old coins! Securely framed in this unusual ring, the 2-1/2 Pesos 1945 22 karat gold authentic coin shines with a rich warmth. These coin rings are perfect for bullion, collectors, or jewelry. The crisply detailed coin features the words "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" above the Mexico national emblem of an eagle holding a snake in its beak, standing on a nopal cactus. The opposite side of the coin shows the profile of Miguel Hidalgo...
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Late 20th Century Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, 22k Gold, 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

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Vermeil, Silver

1829 Signet Men Intaglio Ring Chalcedony solid 18K Gold ØUS9.5 /10.5gr
Located in SE
195 years old Signet Intaglio Ring featuring a natural red- spotted Gray - Blue Sardonyx stone with hand-cut heraldic depiction of three smoking Grenades flanked with Lilies on the s...
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1820s Swedish Medieval Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k 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

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Onyx, 14k Gold

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

Leo Zodiac Ring With Pave Diamonds Made in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:11.366g,D:0.23ct, Size: US-9
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asprey London 18kt. Yellow Gold Ring With 3.23 ct. Pear & Marquise Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Asprey London 18kt. Yellow Gold Ring With 1.2 ct. Pear Cut and 2.03 kt. Marquise Cut Diamonds, from Estate Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said. Diamonds : Pear Cut : approx. 1...
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20th Century English Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Unisex Intaglio Signet Ring solid 18K Gold Carnelian Ø US6.5 / 10.5g
Located in SE
Signet intaglio Ring featuring banded / two layered Carnelian (type of Agate) stone with heraldic depiction of a Sword in the middle of the shield under the crown of Nobility. This i...
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1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Byzantine Architectural Gold Bishop Ring Set With intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
A perfect quality, elegant, unique Byzantine architectural gold ring decorated with filigree and granulation. The bezel is set with a intaglio c...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of 18 kt. Yellow Gold Earrings, Necklace, Ring with Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing Set of 18 kt. Yellow and White Gold Clip - On Earrings, Necklace, Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds Ring Sapphire: 24 sapphires Diamonds: Center diamond 0.20 ct. brilliant c...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

A Byzantine Gold and Glass Intaglio Ring, Circa 4th-6th Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Of rectangular form, with a Greek cross cut from a sheet of gold leaf set beneath a layer of pale blue glass, mounted in 22kt yellow gold, the intaglio 15mm wide, finger size 7 1/2 W...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

Men's Jade Ring Carved Pegasus Midcentury Certified Untreated Size 10
Located in Southbury, CT
A plaque of moss-on-snow natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade has been intricately, impeccably hand-carved to depict Pegasus; the winged horse from Greek Mythology. The freefor...
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1950s Chinese Artisan Vintage Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Silver

Aries Zodiac Ring With Pave Diamonds Made in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:11.066g,D:0.07ct, Size: US-7
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Heart Ring 18 karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This exquisite piece of jewelry combines the timeless elegance of diamonds with the warm allure of 18 karat gold, culminating in a design that exudes both luxury and sentimentality. ...
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20th Century French Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Bird on A Rock Ring, 18K Yellow Gold with Ruby and Blue Topaz
Located in Southampton, GB
Inspired by ancient Chinese paintings and a nod to Jean Schlumberger's 'bird on a rock' design too. Cushion signet ring face: 9x11mm, ban...
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2010s European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Chinese Zodiac Dragon Ring, 18K Yellow Gold with Rainbow Sapphires and Rubies
Located in Southampton, GB
Beautifully hand painted Chinese zodiac dragon on luxurious 18k yellow gold, surrounded by multicolour sapphires and rubies. Ring face size: 12x10mm This item is made-to-order and...
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2010s European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Trillion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
This unique men's and women's S.Georgios designer ring is hand-made from 18 Karat yellow gold in combination with Black Rhodium. It is decorated in a Byzantine style with granulation...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Sergio Bustamante Silver Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing our exquisite 925 Sterling Silver Ring, a timeless piece that combines elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring showcases the b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Artisan Signet Rings

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Silver

Sergio Bustamante Silver Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing our exquisite 925 Sterling Silver Ring, a timeless piece that combines elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring showcases the b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Artisan Signet Rings

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Silver

18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring & Necklace With Opals and Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring and Necklace With Opals and Diamonds RING: Diamonds: 8 brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 0.49 ct. Opal: Gorgeous oval shape opal stone, 10.4 m...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Naz Signet Ring Vemeil
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Naz is a round signet ring with convergent tendency, ideal for the pinky or index finger. Handcrafted in Spain, this piece is created thanks to the skill and dedication of our arti...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Vermeil

Suton Signet Ring Sterling Silver
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Sutón is a polished square plate signet ring. The square front plate of the Sutón ring is your personal canvas. Engrave your ideas, initials, or a special symbol to make it uniquely ...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

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Sterling Silver

Naz Signet Ring Sterling Silver
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Naz is a round signet ring with convergent tendency, ideal for the pinky or index finger. Handcrafted in Spain, this piece is created thanks to the skill and dedication of our arti...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Suton Signet Ring 23k Vermeil
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Sutón is a polished square plate signet ring. The square front plate of the Sutón ring is your personal canvas. Engrave your ideas, initials, or a special symbol to make it uniquely ...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Vermeil

Elan Signet Ring 23k Vermeil
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Elan is a polished signet ring, round with a flat front plate, where you can record your ideas, initials, or a meaningful symbol, making it uniquely yours. The front circumference ha...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

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Vermeil

Elan RIng Sterling Silver
Located in A CORUÑA, ES
Elan is a polished signet ring, round with a flat front plate, where you can record your ideas, initials, or a meaningful symbol, making it uniquely yours. The front circumference ha...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Signet Rings

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Sterling Silver

Diamond Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 1.94 Carat Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large and lovely ring is sure to pack a punch! It is a bold statement in 18k yellow gold, set with sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds pave set in a dramatic oval pattern. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Ring 0.93ct Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald & Diamonds, Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Bvlgari Ring with 0.93ct Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Diamonds, Estate His Majesty The SUltan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Emerald: Sugarloaf caboc...
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20th Century Italian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Ring Sterling Silver Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This artist-created solid sterling silver ring is just beautifully made. It's a joy to wear, so comfortable. And it features the most luminous, gleaming 18 x 9.9mm cabochon of untrea...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gump's Black Jade Ring
Located in Southbury, CT
This is an iconic black jade ring from Gump's San Francisco featuring an oval cabochon of natural and untreated black jade. This style of jade ring has prov...
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2010s North American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 14k Gold

Hanedan Ring with 2.5ct Opal & Diamonds 24 Kt Yellow Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Hanedan Ring With Opal and Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Kurtulan 24kt gold-fused on sterling silver. Size 6 is in stock. Diamonds: 0.02ct. Opal: 2.5ct.  This ring is one of a kind...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Signet Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Singapore Year-Of-The-Horse Coin Ring 18k 14k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Singapore year-of-the-horse circa 1990 coin ring. Size 9 US. 7.49 grams of 14k and 18k yellow gold. Country of origin Singapore. The gold nugget band...
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1990s Artisan Signet Rings

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14k Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Abacus Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely rare, very unique and special Vintage 14k yellow gold with green glass Abacus ring. Size 7.5 US. 7.21 grams. This ring was a precious find, there...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Signet Rings

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14k Gold

Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Tapered Signet Stirrup Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Palermo Signet references a medieval style of stirrup ring and the Gothic archways of northern Sicily. Made in Los Angeles from recycled 14 karat yellow gold. This is a refined ...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt White Gold Ring With 2.5 ct Princess cut & 1 ct Brilliant cut Diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring With 2.5 ct Princess cut & 1 ct Brilliant cut Diamonds Diamonds: 16 Princess cut diamonds ( 2.5 Ct.) , 18 brilliant cut diamonds (1 Ct) Top Quality! Colour: D/E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Wheat Coin Replica Ring with Diamond 24 Karat Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Wheat Ring with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver, Kurtulan 24kt gold-fused on sterling silver. Size 7 is in stock. Diamond: 0.01ct. Made-to-order custom ring ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Signet Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pegasus Coin Statement Cocktail Ring with Diamonds 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver B
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pegasus Coin Ring with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Kurtulan 24kt gold-fused on sterling silver. Size 7 is in stock. Diamonds: 0.02ct. Made-to-order custom ring sizes take approx...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Signet Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

22k Yellow Gold Vermeil Mosaic Inlay Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with Turquoise, Malachite, Carnelian, Lapis, Jade, and Jasper. All items are made to order, please allow 10-15 business days for items to ship after the order is placed. ...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

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Carnelian, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Turquoise, Jasper, Vermeil, 22...

Ancient Bee Coin Ring w/ Diamonds, Hammered Gold, 24kt Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Bee Coin Ring with Diamond (Comfort Fit), 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, by Kurtulan Jewellery, made to order. Size 6 is in stock and ready to shi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Signet Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bvlgari Trombino 18kt Yellow Gold Ring 2.09ct Ruby & Diamonds With GRS Cert
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bvlgari Trombino 18kt Yellow Gold Ring With 2.09ct Ruby and 1.12ct Diamonds from Estate Sultan Qaboos Bin Said of Oman Comes with GRS certificate Ruby:...
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20th Century Italian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Vermeil Embossed Headrest Ring
Located in New York, NY
All items are made to order, please allow 10-15 business days for items to ship after the order is placed. ----- Chee Lee New York is a New York-based jewelry company that fuses t...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

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22k Gold, Vermeil

Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Oval Stirrup Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Stirrup Signet is the more opulent of our Stirrup series, referencing an imperative feature of the rider's saddle. Made in Los Angeles from recycled 14 karat yellow gold. The we...
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2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Gold Ring 14.5ct Burmese Star Nh Sapphire & Diamonds, Estate Sultan of Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold Ring With 14.5ct Star Sapphire & Diamonds ,Estate Sultan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Sapphire: Blue Cabochon, Natural No Heat S...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Gump's White Jade Ring
Located in Southbury, CT
Perfectly unisex and exceedingly rare, this is an original Gump's San Francisco jade ring featuring an oval cabochon of natural and untreated white jadeite jade set into a hand-crafted 18k yellow gold mounting. The original Gump's of San Francisco was an iconic retailer known worldwide for their spectacular and always, always untreated natural jade jewelry...
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2010s North American Artisan Signet Rings

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Jade, 14k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ring with 12.27 Carat Emerald, Pear Shape Diamonds 2.62 Ct
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. White Gold Ring with 12.27 ct. Emerald, Pear shape diamonds 2.62 ct. Completely handcrafted in our atelier,beatiful Emerald and Diamonds. Emerald: 12.27 ct. Pear shape dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Ring 4.5 Carat, Baguette Cut Diamonds, Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Yellow gold Ring with 4ct Baguette Cut Diamonds, Estate His Majesty The Sultan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Can be added to Item LU17522188454...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring 1ct Diamond and Yellow Sapphires, Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring Set With 1 ct. Diamond and Yellow sapphires Invisible Setting from Estate His Majesty the Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said. A piece of art completely...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ring with No Heat Star Ruby 6 Carat, Diamonds 1.83 Carat
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18kt White Gold Ring With No Heat Star Ruby 6.11ct, Diamonds 1.83ct Ruby: Intense Purple Red, Cabochon Star Ruby, No indications of heating...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

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Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ring with 3.2 Carat Sapphires and 1.85 Carat Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18kt White Gold Ring with 3.2 ct. Sapphires and 1.85 ct. Diamonds Material: 18 kt. white gold Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds, together approx. 1.85 ct. Sapphires: Blue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Gold Ring 7.17ct Natural Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond & 4.5ct White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt White Gold Ring With 7.17ct. Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond and 4.9ct White Diamonds Yellow diamond: Oval modified brilliant, Natural Fancy deep brownish Yellow diamond...
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 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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