Vintage Signet
1950s Swiss Vintage Signet
Other, 14k Gold
1970s Vintage Signet
Yellow Gold
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Signet
Sterling Silver
1950s Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Vintage Signet
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Signet
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
1980s American Retro Vintage Signet
Diamond, Sapphire
20th Century Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Vintage Signet
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1990s Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Vintage Signet
Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Swiss Vintage Signet
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Signet
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1950s British Modern Vintage Signet
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s British Vintage Signet
Yellow Gold
1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Signet
Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1950s British Vintage Signet
Gold
20th Century British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Signet
18k Gold, Enamel
1950s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1950s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1940s British Art Deco Vintage Signet
Gold
1930s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1980s American Vintage Signet
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Signet
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold
1940s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Signet
Onyx, 14k Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet
Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century English Vintage Signet
Gold, 9k Gold
1990s Unknown Vintage Signet
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Signet
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Signet
1990s British Modern Vintage Signet
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
1960s British Modern Vintage Signet
Gold
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Vintage Signet
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Signet
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Vintage Signet
Hematite, 18k Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Signet
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Vintage Signet
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Post-War Vintage Signet
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century English Vintage Signet
Gold, 9k Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1950s British Vintage Signet
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Onyx, Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Onyx, Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Gold
1970s British Vintage Signet
Gold
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Finding the Right signet-rings for You
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.
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