Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
The Arts and Crafts movement that emerged in England in the late 19th century saw a dehumanization of design in the rise of industrialization and mass production of objects. Its practitioners prized craftsmanship and a close connection between the artisan and the entire process of what they were making. This included the design of Arts and Crafts jewelry and watches, which evolved as the movement spread to the United States in the early 20th century.
While much of the Arts and Crafts furniture realm was dominated by male designers like William Morris and Gustav Stickley, several women came to prominence in Arts and Crafts jewelry design, including British metalworker Charlotte Newman and American enamelist and metalsmith Elizabeth Copeland. Many creators were part of guilds, encouraging an exchange of ideas, with some focused on jewelry, like England’s Guild and School of Handicraft — founded by Charles Robert Ashbee — and Birmingham Guild of Handicraft.
In contrast to the Victorian era, with its decadent gemstones and heavy mourning jewelry, designers of Arts and Crafts jewelry looked to the past and abroad for inspiration, from simple medieval shapes to East Asian styles. The movement’s emphasis on natural forms overlapped with Art Nouveau. Flourishes like leaves and flowers formed from silver, aluminum and copper can be found in bracelets and necklaces designed in this style, while rings and earrings are adorned with affordable gems such as turquoise and freshwater pearls.
Arts and Crafts jewelry designers used materials that were often simple, such as semiprecious stones and enamel, which is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration. Artisans prioritized the use of artistic techniques to elevate the jewelry rather than expensive components, and every piece was intended to be one of a kind — a work of wearable art.
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline, Titanium, Stainless Steel, Steel, Sterling Silver, Silver Pl...
Early 20th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Quartz, Enamel, Copper, Brass, Berlin Iron, Britannia Standard Silver, 9...
1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Morganite, Stainless Steel, Silver Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Citrine, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
Late 19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Quartz, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
1930s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Jasper, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
1890s Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1880s European Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Quartz, Gold Plate, Brass
1890s Swedish Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
1890s European Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
Early 17th Century Afghan Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal, Niello, Pinchbeck, Shaku...
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Aquamarine, Stainless Steel, Steel, Silver Plate, Sheffield Plate, Brita...
16th Century Afghan Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline
1970s British Vintage Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
1890s British Antique Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Platinum
1910s British Vintage Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
18k Gold