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Metal: Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Mens Signet Ring Conical Intaglio Ring Gem Carving Jupiter
Located in Firenze, IT
A superb ancient Roman agate intaglio ring. The high-karat gold signet ring is set with an engraved gemstone, known as an ‘intaglio’. It dates from between the 2nd to 3rd century AD ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
INTAGLIO 1920 Art-Deco Signet Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Carved Agate
Located in Miami, FL
An antique intaglio signet ring.
This is a fabulous antique intaglio signet-ring created in America during the art-deco period, between the 1915 and 1920. The ring has been masterfu...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Vintage Signet Men's Ring - 14k Engravable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6
Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40
Note: If sized down two sizes, the shank will become oval in shape.
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Sty...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Mourning Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Georgian era, late 18th century mourning ring is truly a beautifully crafted piece.
It features a beautiful large oval face housing a lock of plaited dark blo...
Category
18th Century British Georgian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Certified Bi Colour Blue Yellow Sapphire Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Bi Colour Blue & Yellow Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Signet Style Solitaire Ring.
Fine IGI Certified 0.91 carat sapphire with a unique deep blue and yellow bi colour effect. Uni...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist 18K Yellow Gold & Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamond Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Modernist gold & diamond signet style ring.
In a brushed 18 karat yellow gold.
With a 1.92 ± ct marquise brilliant cut diamond (color: G-H, clarity: VS) in a bezel-s...
Category
20th Century American Modernist Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18kt Rose Gold Signet Family Crest Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
In 750 thousandths rose gold, signet ring engraved with a coat of arms.
Size 9.
Weight : 12,8g
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Elephant Tusks Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Elephant Tusks Signet Ring, Now there can really be an elephant in the room. Doesn't have to be huge, but they usually are. This one is the leader of th...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
Roman Amethyst Intaglio 1st-2nd Cent, AD 18 Kt Gold Ring Depicting God Apollo
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring showcases a remarkable Roman intaglio on Amethyst, which dates back to the 1st-2nd century AD. The intaglio depicts the Greek God Apollo, a multifacete...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Garnet, Amethyst, 18k Gold
Octagonal Signet Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Carnelian 13.2 x 11 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Octagonal Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Carnelian 13.2 x 11.0 mm, with Heraldic Engraving
Reference: 50379/00/07/00/102
Description: 750/- Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Carnelian
Shape: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald 2.68 Carat Ring 18Karat Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Magnificent Colombian Emerald ring in close setting.
Colombian Emerald Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Colombian Emerald -2.68 Carat
18 Karat Ye...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Onyx Signet Ring, Kutchinsky, 1971
Located in Glasgow, GB
Elizabeth II 18ct yellow gold textured and rectangular black onyx signet style dress ring by Kutchinsky, with original ring box included.
• Assay: .750 (18ct gold).
• Period: Late 2...
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1970s British Modern Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Gucci Oval Cut Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Signet Solitaire Ring
By Gucci
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Gucci Oval Cut Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring.
6x4mm natural sapphire with a vivid light blue colour beautifully rubover bezel set in a fine 18k yellow gold signe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Star Ruby Signet Ring Size 10 #21180
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Star Ruby Signet Ring Size 10 JAGi Certified-
This elegant ring features one oval cabochon cut star ruby gemstone 15.5 mm x 1...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 10k 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 Birmingham 1991.
Ring Size: ...
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1990s British Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Women's Elephant 2 Tusks Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant 2 Tusks Signet Ring, This listing is a custom size 8 with a 22 mm diameter.
not the usual 19mm for this womens ring. Now there can really be an eleph...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Apollo The God of Light 17.76 Grams 18K Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Kowloon, HK
Apollo the God of Light Diamond Set Ring
Main - Diamond
Total Weight - 17.76 GM
Innovative Design: Inspired by feathers, it features a delicate and natural - looking shape. The cur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 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...
Category
18th Century European Medieval Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Jasper, 18k Gold
Georgina Yvonne 'Utopia' Signet Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Oxted, GB
'Utopia' Signet Ring from Georgina Yvonne's award winning 'Wonderland' Collection in 18ct yellow gold, with rose, butterfly, mushroom and foliage detail, enclosed by a hinged 'window...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring, Circa 1970
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron steel and 18 karat yellow gold signet ring circa 1970.
A statement signet ring from Boucheron, with an oval steel intaglio seal depicting a crest set within a heavy weight...
Category
1970s French Renaissance Revival Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Pinky Signet Ring, Diamond Halo, Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This pinky signet ring is such a versatile piece! You can pair it with multiple rings for a bold, fashionable look or leave it by itself for a subtle...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gents Emerald '3.51' & Diamond '0.75' Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Gents Emerald '3.51' & Diamond '0.75' Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Size 10
15 Grams
Category
2010s Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Roman Bronze Signet Ring with 22 Karat Gold Bezel
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Roman carved bronze signet ring (1st-4th century AD) with newly added 22k yellow gold bezel. Ring is approximately size 7. Squar...
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Vintage Onyx and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet ring holds a glossy onyx stone and a diamond set within it. The diamond measures 1pt. Fully hallmarked London 1972.
Ring Size: S 1/2 or 9 1/4
Onyx Dimensions: 12x10mm
...
Category
1970s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Gold
Antique 9 Carat Soft Tone Rose Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct rose gold. The colour of the ring is very soft rose gold. The initials read 'J B W' and can be read in any order. On the back of the face there i...
Category
1920s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, 1960s Square Shaped Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring
9ct Yellow Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham 1961
This vintage 9ct gold signet ring is a true statement piece. The square-shaped design is beautifully accent...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Gold Signet Rings
Materials
9k Gold, 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Hardstone / Banded Agate Art Deco Men's Ring - 10k Vintage Cameo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10
Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1 size for $40
Era: Art Deco
Date: 1920s - 1930s
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Hardstone / Banded Agate
C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold diamond tank ring - family heirloom - Art Deco, Antique engagement ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely small Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 karat Yellow gold and marked with a 18K mark. This type of ring is called a Tank ring thanks to to t...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring Coins 2 Pesos United States Mexicana Yellow Gold 24 Carats
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of this sumptuous 2 Pesos Coin Ring in 24 Carat Yellow Gold, an exceptional jewel that embodies both the rich history and the luxurious beauty of the a...
Category
1940s French Artisan Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garland Collection Zodiac Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Our new Zodiac Signet Rings are chic, sleek with an updated retro edge. Handmade in NYC by our master bench jewelers in solid gold with diamonds set...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1907 Signet Unisex Ring Carnelian solid 23K Gold US11.5 /11.4 gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring for Men or Women crafted in solid 23K Gold with dark Red plate of Carnelian stone 13 mm x 10 mm x 2.75 deep / ca 3 ct. Stone has well polished flat surface. Shoulders wit...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Michael Kneebone Carved Agate Intaglio Rose Gold Gypsy Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A carved agate intaglio is showcased in this bold signet ring. The "coffee bean" brown agate is reminiscent of tortoise shell, though it is actually a form of quartz. This highly u...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, Rose Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet is modelled in 9ct gold. The colour of the ring is bright yellow gold. Initials 'ABS' engraved onto the face. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1954.
Ring Size: O or 7 1/4
Fac...
Category
1950s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Eostre Yellow Diamond and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A marquise yellow diamond and diamond ring in 18k yellow gold. The yellow diamond is set in the middle of a crown like motif. The are graduating white ...
Category
2010s Oceanic Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21k Gold Ring W/ Cornelian Intaglio
Located in Atlanta, GA
An artisan-crafted 21 karat gold ring made with an authentic cornelian intaglio representing Venus (or Aphrodite, as she was called during the time ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
Personalized Signet 18ct Gold Renewal Ring
Located in London, GB
Made to order, our Renewal Signet ring is inspired by signets of the past, reimagined with a hand-engraved floral pattern symbolizing renewal, hope, growth, and resilience. Designed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Edwardian Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold
C1900 14K Lapis Lazuli Monogrammed Signet Ring "CW" with Carved Shoulders
Located in Baltimore, MD
With its openwork shoulders of carved flowers and leaves that culminate into a reeded band, this 14K monogrammed signet ring is particularly enc...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian High Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Hallmarked Military Crowned Canon & Carriage Seal Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Signet Ring
9ct Gold
Hallmarked Chester 1915
Makers Mark E.V
This 9ct gold seal signet ring is a beautiful piece that is in great con...
Category
Early 20th Century English Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Hand Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):--
(2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Set - H/I Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.)
Material: Solid All 18k Yellow Gold w/ 12K Gold Top
Weig...
Category
19th Century Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Oval, 11.0 x 9.0 mm, with heraldic Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 11.0 x 9.0 mm, 18k Yellow, with heraldic Engraving
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Retro Equestrian or Lucky Signet Ring with Horseshoe and Crop 14 Kt Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a lovable equestrian lover signet ring engraved with a horseshoe and a riding crop. It is a pinky ring , size 5 can be worn on the ring fi...
Category
1930s American Retro Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Modern 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold and has intricate engraving around the edges. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1968.
Ring Size: R 1/2 or 8 3/4
Face Dimensions: 11x9mm
Weight...
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monete Signet Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Ancient Roman Coin Ring, from Sacchi’s "Rome" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewelry, forms th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Roman Intaglio in English Arts & Crafts 9 Karat Gold Setting
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This gem depicts a warrior with helmet and spear, a shield and a head. The intaglio is carved into a rather high oval carnelian. The mount is made out of 9 karat gold and impressed ...
Category
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring, Louis VIII
Located in New York, NY
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring from the mid to late 19th Century. Intricately and finely carved seal of a Louis VIII profile within a gold bez...
Category
1870s French Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique French Art Deco 18 Karat Gold & Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine French Art Deco period cocktail ring.
In 18k yellow gold.
Prong set with a large ca. 9 mm off-round, slightly baroque white pearl in a shaped setting.
Hallmarked on the ba...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 14 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring has a mysterious look to it. In some lights the stone looks like a smooth ad glossy stone and when the light hits it you can see the wonderful way in which the underside of...
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Quartz, Gold
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 Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Turquoise, Jasper, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Jade, Carnelian, 22k Gold, V...
Flashy Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Important Cast Ring, Lola Brooks 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring hand-fabricated by award-winning jewelry maker Lola Brooks showcasing a 6.86 carat flashy glowing oval rainbow moonstone cabochon cast in the maker's signature-fin...
Category
2010s American Artist Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat signet ring - Intaglio ring - solid gold gentleman ring - patina - M C
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful signet ring. This 18 K handmade stunner is a real sign of nobility and status which is perfect to wear with your favourite statement outfit. Signet rings w...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K GIA 1.1 carat Old Mine Diamond Belcher Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Stone: Old Mine Diamond
Stone Shape: Cushion
Stone Size: 6mm x 4mm
Stone Weight: 1.10 Carat
Stone Color and Clarity: O-P, VS2
GIA certificate included.
Band W...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Gold 0.30 Ct Moissanite & Diamond Enameled Cocktail Ring, Chevalier Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold 0.30 Ct Moissanite & Diamond Enameled Cocktail Ring, Art Deco Chevalier Ring, Pinky Ring, Enameled Signet Ring
This ring was made wit...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Other, 14k Gold, Enamel
Horizontal Oval Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Niccolo 9.0 x 12.0 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Horizontal Oval Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Niccolo Onyx 9.0 x 12.0 mm with Heraldic Engraving
Reference: 51243/00/LO/05/103
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Niccol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose 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...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 14 Karat Gold TW 0.81 Carat Diamond Black Chalcedony Rectangle Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Deco rectangle signet ring crafted in 14K gold and silver. Circa 1930.
The piece features:
- 1 diamond, old mine cut, 0.65ct, RW-W, VS
- 14 diamonds, rose cut, TW 0.1...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Chalcedony, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
4.80 Carat Natural Fancy Cut Kite Shape Loose Citrine Gemstone from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Honey Citrine
Weight : 4.80 Carats
Dimensions : 14.8x11.8x7.6 Mm
Clarity : Eye Clean
Origin : Brazil
Color: Yellow
Shape: Kite
Certificate: On Demand
Month: November
.
The M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Citrine, 14k Gold
NEW Unisex 14k Gold 0.40ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Solitaire Signet Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a simple yet absolutely gorgeous diamond solitaire ring that is newly crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. The solitaire has a beautiful emerald cut and is neatly bezel s...
Category
2010s American Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique and Vintage Gold Signet Rings for Sale: Shop 18-Karat Gold Signet Rings and 22-Karat Gold Signet Rings on 1stDibs
Shopping for a vintage gold signet ring?Traditionally considered a ring for men, a 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 gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Any discussion of 18-karat gold signet rings, 22-karat gold signet rings or this lustrous metal in general comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic.
Indeed, it isn't all about men's signet rings anymore — the trending accessory is for everyone. Princess Diana wore a signet ring that was a gift from Charles before their wedding, for example, and we all know that the royals are top-tier fashion influencers, especially when it comes to rings.
Find antique and vintage gold signet rings for sale on 1stDibs.