Seal Ring
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Classical Roman Dome Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Signet Rings
Silver
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s Swedish Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Jade
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s English Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 1890s American Victorian Signet Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Vintage 1940s Austrian Art Deco Paperweights
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century American Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1970s Mexican Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Bronze
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Porcelain
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Stone, Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Paintings
Canvas
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Porcelain
Early 2000s British Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Signet Rings
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Classical Roman Signet Rings
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Silver
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
20th Century Signet Rings
Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 9k Gold
20th Century American Edwardian Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 9k Gold
Antique 17th Century English Signet Rings
Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings
Blue Sapphire, Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, Gold
20th Century Victorian Signet Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Signet Rings
9k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s British George V Signet Rings
18k Gold
20th Century Dutch Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Dutch Art Deco Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century German Retro Signet Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Contemporary Signet Rings
Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Contemporary Band Rings
Platinum
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Seal Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Seal Ring?
Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a seal ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A seal ring — or signet ring — is a popular gift for anyone who desires an expressive, timeless piece of jewelry that can feature all manner of engraved motifs, gemstones, specific symbols or monograms. Signet rings get their name from signus, which means “sign” in Latin. The 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. Find antique and vintage signet rings on 1stDibs.
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