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Diamonds Heart Ring 18 karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
treasured for years to come. In summary, the Diamond Heart Ring in 18 karat yellow and white gold with a
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20th Century French Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Mens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
A Solid Gold Gents ring set with a Genuine Natural Diamond. This Sparkling Diamond adds a touch of
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2010s British Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Men s Ring with 1.34ct G/SI3 Round White Diamonds -Size 9
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here is a 14k Yellow Gold Men's Ring with Sixty-Three G/SI3 Round White Diamonds, Totaling ~1.34ctw
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20th Century Signet Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ring with No Heat Star Ruby 6 Carat, Diamonds 1.83 Carat
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18kt White Gold Ring With No Heat Star Ruby 6.11ct, Diamonds 1.83ct Ruby: Intense Purple
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20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Knights Bridge Signet Ring by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Unisex 18k rose gold Signet Ring with pave set sapphire plateau and black and white diamond set
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2010s American Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

10k Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Mens Band Ring Signet Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
A Solid Gold Gents ring set with Genuine Natural Sapphires. These colorful Sapphires add a touch of
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2010s British Modern Signet Rings

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Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natkina White Diamond Precious Yellow Gold LOVE Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (White Gold Ring Available) Diamond 36-RND57-0,16-4/6A Weight 3.06 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Skull Emerald
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
contemporary artisan design. This unisex signet ring can be crafted in 14k white or yellow gold, sterling
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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

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Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

GIA Certified, 0.52ct Fancy Brownish Pink Natural Color Diamond White Gold ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
a timeless White Gold band, adorned with additional pink diamonds for a romantic touch. A color
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Chrysoberyl Diamond 18k White Gold Wide Band Ring, Unisex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Made in 18k white gold, a special piece ready to become yours. Ring Size 8.75 Weight: 42.7 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2ct Black diamond ring 18KT gold cocktail ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
making a beautiful contrast on this cocktail signet ring made in 18KT gold. **All items leave our
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Crest Ring Signet Skull Emerald Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, white diamond, or black diamond) Design: Skull signet ring with gemstone eyes Style: Memento mori
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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate

Men ring, Lion ring for men, Lion Men s Ring, Luxury Men s Ring, Men signet ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. The contrast between the white diamonds and the white gold setting creates a dramatic effect
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2010s Israeli Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natkina Rococo Baroque Style White Diamond Precious Yellow Gold Statement Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K Diamond 438-RND57-1,34-4/5A Weight 8,18 grams With a heritage of ancient
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring With Cabochon of Sapphire Set Diamonds Whit Gold 18 Carat
Located in Vannes, FR
White Gold Ring Surmounted by a Cabochon of Sapphire Set with Diamonds Beautiful ring in 18K white
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Natkina 5.17 Carat Natural Pearl White Diamond Precious Yellow Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K Diamond 403-RND57-1,21-3/4A Pearl 1- 5,17 Weight 10,21 grams Size 19
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Diamond Religious Ring Allah Diamond Ring Islam Allah Ring Ring for Her
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Handcrafted Allah diamond ring is a perfect everyday wear ring to bring inner peace and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Diamond Religious Ring Allah Diamond Ring Islam Allah Ring Ring for Her
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Handcrafted Allah diamond ring is a perfect everyday wear ring to bring inner peace and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Shape Emerald Gemstone Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
:- SER-2306K Gross Wt. :- 3.72 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.38 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.53 Ct. ( AVERAGE
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous 18kt White Gold 2.51 Ct Round Ruby with Certificate 0.44ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Fabulous 18kt White Gold 2.51 Ruby With Certificate and 0.44ct Diamonds Ruby: Natural Corundum
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Signet Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 10k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Cubic Zirconia Men s Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold - Palladium setting at diamond Weight: 9.6 Grams Ring Size: 11.0 (Measured
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Knights Bridge 18 Karat Signet Ring, by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Unisex 18k rose gold Signet Ring, sapphire crown face with white diamond and green tsavorite garnet
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2010s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

14K Yellow White Gold Horse Head Equestrian Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K yellow gold with white gold bridle detailing, accented by a natural round diamond for added
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Vintage 1980s Signet Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.25 Carat Multi Shape Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
customized or redesigned. Item Code :- SER-23435 Gross Wt. :- 2.66 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.41 gm Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.40 Carat Marquise Pear Round Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
customized or redesigned. Item Code :- SER-21034 Gross Wt. :- 4.29 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 4.01 gm Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.07 Carat Marquise Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
customized or redesigned. Item Code :- SER-23434 Gross Wt. :- 2.74 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.53 gm Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rectangular Black Onyx Center White Diamonds 14K Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A fusion of elegance and bold design. This striking signet ring features a sleek black onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold

Crest Ring Signet Skull Emerald Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
design. This unisex signet ring can be crafted in 14k white or yellow gold, sterling silver, or gold
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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Bronze

Estate 18K White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
, pavé-set, near-colorless round brilliant, VS clarity Metal: 18K yellow Gold Ring Size: US 4.5
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1990s American Signet Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond, Carved Green Onyx Scarab Amulet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco period 18K white gold, diamond, carved green onyx scarab amulet ring Circa 1920 This
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Men Signet Ring Banded Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS12.25 / 11.5gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring - adorned with bezel set polished Red plate of banded Red Onyx stone 15 mm x 12 mm x
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1.53 Carat SI/H Pear Round Diamond Stackable Ring Set 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
customized or redesigned. ✧✧Welcome To Our Shop Spectrum Jewels✧✧ ""Astonishing 18k White Gold Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.64 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Crafted in solid 18k Gold, this ring features a cluster of sparkling diamonds, creating a truly
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.90 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Multi Diamond Cluster Ring 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Crafted in solid 18k Gold, this ring features a cluster of sparkling diamonds, creating a truly
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx (So-Called Nicolo) 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm
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2010s German Baroque Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Embossed Alligator Pattern Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 10.75 This handsome men's ring, set in exquisite 18 karat yellow gold, is a true
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

2.27 Carat SI/H Marquise Diamond Angel Wing Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SJER-189 Gross Wt. :- 4.95 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 4.50 gm Natural Diamond Wt
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

1.73 Ct Marquise Round Diamond Flower Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-22308 Gross Wt. :- 6.31 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :-5.96 gm Natural Diamond Wt
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

3.05 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Wrap Ring 2 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
customized or redesigned. ✧✧Welcome To Our Shop Spectrum Jewels✧✧ ""Valentine Gift 18k White Gold Wedding
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Genuine Gold Filled Ring with 0.03 Carat Natural Brilliant Diamond
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Elevate your style with this shimmering 18K gold-filled ring featuring a 0.03 carat natural diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold-filled

1917 Antique Signet Carnelian Stone Cameo solid Ring 18K Gold ØUS 7.75 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
Old Swedish Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold featuring carved female head cameo skillfully engraved on
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 18k Gold

1950s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Large yellow gold antique ring with 3 gold gadroons in a domed drop
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Massive tank ring, its ring is openworked on the side then decorated
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coomi 20K "Infinity" Ring with Diamonds and Enamel
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
multicolored enamel gallery, and 0.23cts diamond accents. Ring is available in sizes 6, 7, and 8.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Dragon Motif Monochromatic Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
bold 18 karat gold diamond ring that adds power to any look. Designed by the renowned yet private Hong
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set of 18 kt. Yellow Gold Earrings, Necklace, Ring with Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
together brilliant cut diamonds 0.75 ct. Material: 18 kt. yellow and white gold, signed Ring size: 57.6 EU
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Majestic 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Opal Ring with Diamond Encrusted Halo
Located in New York, NY
An ode to sophistication and rarity, this 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Opal Ring is a true statement of
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, and platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent tank ring, it has in the
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

French, 1900s, Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark, and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Massive antique ring
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Asymetrical Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, gazelle head hallmark, and platinum. Magnificent and comfortable tank
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Falco Marx 18kt Gold Roman Agate Intaglio Ring with Yellow Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
A distinctive 18kt white and yellow gold ring by German goldsmith Falco Marx, featuring a carved
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21st Century and Contemporary German Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

14K Gold 0.15 Carat Diamond Om Hindu Religious Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The handcrafted Halo OM diamond ring is a perfect everyday wear ring to bring inner peace and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold 0.15 Carat Diamond Om Hindu Religious Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The handcrafted Halo OM diamond ring is a perfect everyday wear ring to bring inner peace and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Diamond and Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.75 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold signet style
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dilys Dragon Motif Black Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
bold 18 karat gold diamond ring that adds power to any look. Designed by the renowned yet private Hong
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.51 Carat Yellow Marquise 0.23 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
0.23 carats of sparkling round-cut diamonds, all set in a luxurious 18K white gold band weighing 4.1
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Domed Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. An elegant dome-shaped ring, its wide band is
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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White Gold Signet Rings With Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of white gold signet rings with diamonds available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 5 vintage versions or 18 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of white gold signet rings with diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but contemporary and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by FANCS V by Simona Elia, Coomi and Marlo Laz are consistently popular. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and baguette cut white gold signet rings with diamonds for sale. Most of our white gold signet rings with diamonds for sale are for women, but there are 14 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are White Gold Signet Rings With Diamonds?

Prices for white gold signet rings with diamonds start at $756 and top out at $25,934 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,495.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal 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. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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 ringsvintage 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.