Signet Rings
19th Century British Antique Signet Rings
Gold
1970s Vintage Signet Rings
Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1870s English Victorian Antique Signet Rings
Onyx, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Art Deco Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
1930s British Modern Vintage Signet Rings
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Norwegian Modernist Signet Rings
Hematite, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s British Signet Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Signet Rings
Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Silver
20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Vintage Signet Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Aquamarine, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Silver, Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Signet Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Bronze
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Ruby, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Renaissance Signet Rings
White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings
Sapphire, Silver, 22k Gold
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
Emerald, Bronze
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.