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Metal: Gold
1/10OZ Lady Liberty American Eagle Coin Ring with Bark Texture
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Coin Information ♥
Coin Information: American Eagle
Coin Metal: 22k Fine Gold
Denomination: $5
Metal Content: 1/10OZ Fine Gold
Obverse: Lady Liberty Holding a Torch
Reverse: Bald...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet 18ct Gold Polaris Ring
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18ct yellow gold, The Polaris Ring is a heavy bold and timeless creation, inspired by the North Star—a celestial beacon of guidance, constancy, and hope. In the Victorian ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k 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 Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Signet ring with Shield Top
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring, the Shield form top measures 1/2 x 1/2 inch, hand chased sides, finger size 10 1/4, weighs 5.5 Grams.
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Gold Oval Signet Ring
Located in Great neck, NY
Add this precious 14K gold Oval Signet ring to your look!
14K Gold
Ring size 6
Gift Box Included!
Ships within 1-2 business days
Certificate of Authenticity - Joelle ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Sardonyx Signet 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Sardonyx Signet 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910.
The Antique Sardonyx signet ring made in 18k yellow gold from around1910 is a basic example of these style of rings made dur...
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1910s English Victorian Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum.
This magnificent signet ring features a wide, flat band adorned with an intense light-blue sapphire.
Total weight of the sapphire : 1,18 ca...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Carnelian and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The deep red carnelian is complimented perfectly by the 9ct yellow gold in this signet ring. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1973.
Ring Size: W or 11
Stone Dimensions: 11.5x10mm
Weig...
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1970s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
14 Karat Yellow 0.02 Carat Diamond Pinky Signet Ring
Located in Great neck, NY
Add this precious Diamond Signet ring to your look! Crafted of 14K gold and available in Yellow, Rose & White Gold, this ring features 0.02 carats of Natural Round Diamonds. Its a pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Antique Heraldic Crest Intaglio Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of an oval-shaped face carved with an intaglio of a heraldic crest
Depicting a knights helmet above a shield form with chevron and griffons
Griffon heads are depicted with ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Exuding timeless elegance, this striking ring features a rectangular Carnelian intricately carved with a rare double head. The stone is set in a warm, gold-toned band adorned with de...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
1856 Lady Liberty 1 Dollar Coin in 14k Gold Bezel Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1856 Lady Liberty 1 Dollar Coin in 10K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Unisex Signet Ring in Size 6.
Details:
Item Type: Authentic
Coin: 1856 Lady Liberty 1 Dollar Coin
Metal: 14k Yellow Go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Sights
Beautiful example of Victorian period Essex Crystal reverse intaglio ring depicting birds into natural scene like a window on Eden g...
Category
1860s European Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Crystal, 18k Gold
GIA Report Certified 3 Carat Round E VVS Cut Diamond 18k Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
GIA Report Certified 3 Carat Round E VVS Cut Diamond 18k Gold Signet Ring
Signet Ring for Men and Women in 18k Solid Gold
Available in 18k Ye...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
French Antique 18K Toi et Moi ring - love ring - rose cut diamonds - engagement
Located in Antwerp, BE
This extraordinary French ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and finished with white rhodium, like mostly done with antique rings crafted around this late victorian era. This st...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gorgeous Loose 5.0 Carat Fancy Cut Brown Citrine Gemstone from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Honey Citrine
Weight : 5 Carats
Dimensions : 12.8 x 8.8 x 7.8 Mm
Clarity : Eye Clean
Origin : Brazil
Color: Yellow
Shape: Emerald
Cut: Fancy
Certificate: On Demand
Month: No...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Citrine, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
Natural Burma Blue Star Sapphire Gemstone 11.71 cts in 14K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover distinguished men's ring features a stunning natural blue star sapphire, set in a classic 14K white gold band. The star sapphire is renowned for its unique star-like phenome...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
French Antique Egyptian Revival Gold and Carnelian Scarab Ring with Lion Heads
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian Egyptian Revival carnelian and gold swivel ring centered by a carved carnelian scarab set in a foliate-carved gold surround, flanked by gold lion heads, in 18k. France.
...
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1870s French Egyptian Revival Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Signet Ring, 18k White Gold, 30 Diamonds H VS, Lapis Lazuli with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 18k White Gold, 30 Diamonds H VS, Lapis Lazuli with heraldic Engraving
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dos Pesos Gold Coin Polished Bezel Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Coin Information ♥
Obverse: 'Dos Pesos'
Reverse: Mexican coat of arms depicting Mexican eagle devouring a snake while atop a cactus
Minted: Mexico City
Year: 1945
Coin Metal: .900...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, Switzerland. The visual narrative of this chic Art Deco ring is big and bold … exquisitely deluxe. The finely carved carnelian crest says Pax Concordia et Tranquill...
Category
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Letter M, Diamond Signet Ring, 0.18cts diamonds, 18k Gold
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed to celebrate the love you have for yourself or a special someone, our ‘Diamond Signet Ring’ is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features the letter M, surrounded by diamond...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Bi Colour White Blue Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Cut 18k Gold Signet Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Bi Colour White & Blue Ceylon Sapphire 18k Yellow And White Gold Signet Style Solitaire Ring.
Fine 1.00 carat Sri Lankan sapphire with a unique blue and white bi colour effe...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Mixed ...
Marlo Laz White Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Heart Shape Pinky Ring with Sun-rays
By Marlo Laz
Located in New York, NY
Marlo Laz's twist on a traditional signet, this heart of gold pinky ring is an instant heirloom. This romantic valentine 14 karat love ring features a white diamond and sun-rays of s...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
10.88 ct Pink Tourmaline Ring With Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:17.018g,D:0.31ct, Tour:10.88ct, US-7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gentleman's 18k White Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1990s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Gentleman's 18k White Gold Cluster ring, circa 1990s.
This very special Gentleman's 18k white gold diamond cluster ring from the 1990s is designed as a large square set with...
Category
1990s Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 14k Gold Banded Agate Intaglio Signet Ring with Shield
Located in Venice, CA
Set in 14k gold, the banded agate intaglio ring is hand-carved with a unique image: a shield topped by a knight’s helmet and a plume of feathers. T...
Category
1880s European Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Interlocking Curb Chain Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
190 White VS F-G Diamonds (1.25ct)
13.40g Yellow Gold
The ring size is US size 7 but we are able to re-create one to suit your hand. Also listed in the photo are variations of colour...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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
Micromosaics Birds And Black Beetle Hexagonal Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Rare 18ct gold hexagonal-shaped ring with three micromosaics set on red glass depicting two birds and a one depicting black beetle, all surrounded by b...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Personalise Initial Letter 18k Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Signet Ring Collection Modern Signet Ring. Handcrafted Initials made of 18K Yellow Gold crafted on Bold Silver Sterling Signet Ring. Signet Initial...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold and has a face with the initials 'SH' engraved into it. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1928.
Ring Size: N or 6 3/4
Face Dimensions: 12x10mm ...
Category
1920s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique Carnelian Intaglio 14k Gold Signet Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Unknown
MATERIALS: 14k Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Carnelian
WEIGHT: 17.6 grams
RING SIZE: 10.5 - 10.75
MEASUREMENTS: Diameter - 3/4"
HALLMARKS: 14K
An antique 14k gold signet...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Antique 18th Century Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 18th Century Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Featuring Roman Emperor Septimus Severus
Set in 18kt Yellow Gold
Key Features:
Stone: Carnelian Intaglio depicting Roman Emperor Septim...
Category
18th Century British Classical Roman Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Octagon Signet Diamond Initial Ring - Personalized Gold Name Ring
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Make your mark with our Octagon Signet Diamond Initial Ring. Crafted for timeless elegance and personalized charm, it symbolizes individuality and style.
...
Category
2010s Art Deco Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 14k, by Tiffany & Co., New York. Decorated with a fabulous Swiss cross and the motto "Labore et Virtute", this Deco signet ring by Tiffany & Co. has a classic town and...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Royal Blue Enamel Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Treasure
This quite outstanding antique ring is genuine Georgian period, 1790/1800 ca
Marvellous large Marquee shaped with a very flat profile when worn
It displays the skilful ...
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Garnet Cabochon and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Sat proud upon a gorgeous glossy 9ct yellow gold band is an equally glossy garnet cabochon stone. The stone nearly spans the whole width of this ring. Made in Birmingham 1964, Englan...
Category
1960s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Garnet, Gold
18ct Gold Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Glasgow, GB
An elegant 18ct yellow gold signet ring featuring an oval head intricately engraved with an intaglio family crest.
The ring bears the Edinburgh assay office hallmark, along with the...
Category
1980s British Modern Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Edwardian Style Navette Chrysoprase Cabochon & Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold, chrysoprase, and seed pearl ring.
In 14K gold.
With a navette shaped chrysoprase cabochon high set above a halo of small prong set seed pearls.
Simply a wonde...
Category
Mid-20th Century Edwardian Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Pearl, 14k Gold
Signet Style Natural Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This item is made to order. Carat weights, gold weights, and measurements are subject to a slight variance.
Vintage natural diamond men's ring set in 18k solid gold. Diamonds are a...
Category
2010s American Retro Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian 14kt. yellow gold Carnelian signet large size men's ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Russian 14kt. yellow gold Carnelian signet large size men's ring.
Made in 1844
The dimensions -
Ring Size:
Finger Size (UK) = V (EU) = 63 3/4(US) = 10.75
Weight : 9.00...
Category
1840s Russian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient 9th or 10th Century 22K Yellow Gold Javanese Sri Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An ancient gold ring, with Sri inscription, in 22 karat yellow gold.
This unique, unusual ring is steeped in history. Hailing from the 9th or 10th Century, this ancient piece of jewellery has been inscribed with a Sri or Shri motif. The Sri or Shri motif is related to the Hindu goddess of the same name, who is the goddess of rice, fertility, good fortune, and prosperity. Symbols like the lotus flower, an earthen pot...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
22k 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 1970.
Ring Size: ...
Category
1970s British Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
18K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k yellow gold, sapphire, and diamond ring.
Stamped 18k and tests 76% gold with an XRF analyzer.
The ring weighs 19 grams gross weight.
The blue sapphire is a high-quality cabochon...
Category
Late 20th Century Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A late 18th Century Cameo Later Mounted By Codognato
Located in Firenze, IT
A late 18th century cameo later mounted by Codognato, the oval carved agate measuring 2.2 x 1.9 cm and depicting Platone's profile, set in yellow go...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Retro Men’s 1.50tcw Diamonds Carved Nugget 14k Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Retro Men’s 1.50tcw Diamonds Carved Nugget 14k Gold Ring. The diamonds are high quality H/SI1 and weight a total of 1.50 carat. The ribs is a size 11.5 and weights 9 grams. The ring ...
Category
1960s Vintage Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 18k Yellow & Niello Saint George & Dragon Slayer Signet Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
The depiction of a Saint George slaying the dragon signet ring is a powerful symbol steeped in history and mythology, making it a captivating choice...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Niello
Signet Ring Antique, 18K Yellow Gold, Amethyst 12.0 x 10.5 mm, with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Signet Ring Antique Cushion Cut, 18k Yellow, Amethyst with heraldic Engraving
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Ancient Roman Bronze Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin ring from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic Roman Imperial bronze coin set 18K yellow gold.
This ring can be ordered in any size upon request.
HISTORY...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Bronze
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...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold
Sonia Bitton 14K Yellow gold Diamond New York Skyline ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Carry the iconic New York City skyline with you wherever you wander! Crafted in 14K gold, this ring boasts an elaborately embossed design of the Big Apple's majestic skyscrapers. Thr...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Deco Beveled Signet Ring Size 11
By David Yurman
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Deco Beveled Signet Ring Size 11
Gorgeous, Heavy 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Plaque Ring by David Yurman
Deco Beveled Signet Ring
Features Rectangul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Green Jade Oval Cabochon and 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A large light green jade oval-shaped cabochon measuring approximately 17x13mm centers this mid-century ring crafted from 14K yellow gold, hand-engraved with an exquisite feather-like...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Pinky Signet Ring White Gold with Pink Tourmaline and Diamond
Located in New York City, NY
This stunning white gold pink tourmaline and diamond ring is a modern update on the classic signet pinky ring.
Featuring a beautiful pink hued oval tourmaline and 6 sparkling white ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Letter J, Diamonds 0.20ctw, Signet Ring 18k Gold
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed by Michelle Massoura to celebrate the love you have for yourself or a special someone, our ‘Diamond Signet Ring’ is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features the letter J, ...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k 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
Vintage gold signet ring San Marino coat of arms
Located in Milano, MI
Vintage signet ring set in 18ct gold with engraved the coat of arms of the San Marino Republic.
Highlights:
- 18ct gold
- Vintage
Measurements
- Length 1.3 cm x width 1.9 cm
- Weig...
Category
20th Century Sammarinese Gold Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k 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.