Signet Rings
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1870s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 15k Gold
1920s British Victorian Vintage Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, Rose Gold
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
19th Century European Medieval Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Chalcedony, Onyx, 18k Gold
1860s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century European Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Signet Rings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Niello
1880s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century European Medieval Antique Signet Rings
Jasper, 18k Gold
1820s Swedish Medieval Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
1860s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier European Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Gold
1830s British Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1850s Finnish Victorian Antique Signet Rings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Signet Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Vermeil, Silver
1890s American Victorian Antique Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 1900s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k 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 Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Swedish Medieval Vintage Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1890s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, Enamel
1870s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Signet Rings
Gold
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
1870s French Victorian Antique Signet Rings
15k Gold
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
1880s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1860s European Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Crystal, 18k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, 10k Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k 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.