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Important Diamond Signet Ring, Cognac
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Superb, chic, 18k white and yellow gold, signet ring, with a 4 ct fancy brown / cognacs, center
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Late 20th Century American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow 18K White Fleur-de-Lis Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby Emerald Signet Ring
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow and 18 Karat White Fleur di Lis Cross Signet Ring, Tiffany designer, Thomas
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

10k White Gold 0.40 cts. Diamond Ring with invisible-set princess diamonds
Located in Birmingham, MI
Step into elegance with this contemporary 10k white gold signet-style diamond ring, a testament to
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

7, 80 Ct Orange-Red Garnet Diamond Modern Signet Cocktail Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
This power-evoking ring is crafted in 18kt white gold and features a splendid oval-cut garnet in
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage circa 1960s 14 Carat Yellow Gold Partial Rubover Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 14 carat gold, this darling vintage ring features three round brilliant cut diamonds
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20th Century Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Akillis Licence to Akillis Ring 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis ring set with white diamonds. Diamonds (cts): 0,55
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Édéenne Peach Tourmaline, Diamond 18K White Gold Embroidery Peacock motif Ring
By Édéenne
Located in Paris, FR
feathers, in 18K white gold. It is set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.42 carat. Each piece by
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2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ilona Orel Diamond Lacquer White Gold Ring Moon Eclipse Kinetic Secret mechanism
Located in PARIS, FR
upper part of the ring to change it's position. Diamonds 0.41ct, black lacquer and white gold 18k. The
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2010s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Green Jasper Scarab Beetle Ring with Diamonds
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
, element of jasper round white diamonds = 1.10cts, total stones = 256 total carats = 1.10cts
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2010s British More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Lesunja Zurich Lion White Gold Agate Diamond Sapphire
Located in Zürich, CH
with 15 white trapeze cut diamonds 1.185ct, set all around with 31 brilliant cut blue sapphires. Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Édéenne 11.5 Carat Colombian Emerald, Sapphires, Diamond Gold Embroidery Ring
By Édéenne
Located in Paris, FR
of Maison Édéenne, this ring is titled "Signet". Center stone is a spectacular 11.52 carat certified
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2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gol...

11.5 Carat Colombian Emerald, Sapphires, Diamond Gold Embroidery Ring by Édéenne
By Édéenne
Located in Paris, FR
of Maison Édéenne, this ring is titled "Signet". Center stone is a spectacular 11.52 carat certified
Category

2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...

Contemporary Modern Diamond 14k White Gold Signet Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
, while the orientation of its oval diamond evokes an Evil Eye, a classic protection talisman. Each Poppy
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fabergé 18K Yellow Gold Green Jasper Scarab Beetle Ring w/ Diamonds, US Clients
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
. Additional Information: 18kt Yellow gold = 17.80 grams, element of jasper round white diamonds = 1.10cts
Category

2010s British More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Regal Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Elegant, white gold, diamond and ruby ring, with 2.28 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, set
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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1.25 Cttw Diamond Wishbone Keeper Ring 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD DIAMOND WISHBONE SIGNET / KEEPER RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Heavy Yellow Gold This
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20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1.25 Cttw Diamond Wishbone Keeper Ring 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD DIAMOND WISHBONE SIGNET / KEEPER RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Heavy Yellow Gold This
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20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classical Diamond Ruby Dinner Ring, Art Deco
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Imposing, Art Deco, Diamonds ( Old Euros ) and Ruby ( cushion ) Dinner ring, set with 18k White
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire on Butterfly Embroidery Motif 18K Gold Ring by Édéenne, Paris
By Édéenne
Located in Paris, FR
diamonds totaling 1.1 carats, in 18K white gold. Each piece by Édéenne tells stories and bears deep
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2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Halo Eye Ring
By Jacquie Aiche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Halo Eye Signet Ring. Marquise diamond center with 2 rows of pave diamonds. Available in 14K rose
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2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Elie Top Cosmogonie Secrete Chevaliere Eau
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, FR
Signet Ring Water Ring rail in patinated silver, adorned with gold coats of arms. The pivoting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical More Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Gold, Silver

Akillis Licence to Akillis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis bracelet set with white diamonds on gold chain Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis L Pendant 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis large size pendant set with white diamonds. Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis M Pendant 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis pendant medium size set with white diamonds. Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis S Pendant 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis small size pendant set with white diamonds Diamonds (cts
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis Stud Earrings 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis stud earrings set with white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Half Set White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis bracelet half set with white diamonds, small size
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis S Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Half Set White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis small size pendant half set with white diamonds Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis Extra Large Pendant 18 Karat Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Licence To Akillis pendant set with white diamonds, extra large size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis L Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
diamonds. Diamonds (cts): 1,81 The pendant is available on double white gold chain, 40-45cm, price upon
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis M Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold black rhodium plated AKILLIS Licence To Akillis pendant set with black diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18th Century Diamond Bracelet with 2000-Year-Old Intaglios, 1790s
Located in Antwerp, BE
-colour gold alternating with silver-encrusted old mine brilliant cut diamonds. One interesting fact we
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Empire Charm Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...

Akillis Licence to Akillis Extra Large Pendant 18 Karat Gold Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
black diamonds. Diamonds (cts): 3,07 The pendant is available on triple white gold chain, 75-80cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Garnet Quatrefoil Earrings 18k Diamonds
Located in Naples, FL
Unique Quatrefoil pendant available in 18k yellow or 18k White Gold with red Rhodolite Garnets and
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamonds Gold and Silver Mens Ring
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
outstanding diamond ring. Crafted in 19.2 Karat white gold, this square-top design showcases a dazzling
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Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese High Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond St. Joan of Arc Signet Ring Cast from Antique
By DRU.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a 2.5mm white diamond. This ring is made-to-order, so please allow 2-3 weeks for production.
Category

2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Gents Invisible Princess Diamond Square Frame Signet Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
Square Frame Signet Ring 14K White Gold Diamonds Carat Weight: Approx. 0.85ctw Clarity: G Color: VS1 Band
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1950s Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. This splendid diamond signet ring boasts
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring with Diamond
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fine and impressive signet ring handcrafted in 14K yellow gold; part our gent's jewelry and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Signet Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond J Signet Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 18K white gold signet ring featuring an oval black onyx, adorned with a white diamond set
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Late 20th Century American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Signet Pear Shaped Diamond Yellow White Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This important signet ring is fully made in 18kt gold – the band is yellow gold and the top is
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Rectangular Diamond Signet Ring in Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
signet ring in 18-karat yellow and white gold. The ring is composed of a flat rectangular face with a
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20th Century British Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Attractive 18 karat white gold and brilliant-cut diamond signet ring. Crafted in 18 karat polished
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic Natural Diamond Set Signet Ring/Dress Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This classic signet ring/dress ring is the perfect gift. The 18ct White Gold band is set with 3
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2010s British Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Libra Signet Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Libra Signet Ring. Featuring ten round brilliant cut diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Signet Rings

Materials

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

1930s Art Deco 0.90 Carat Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats white gold, owl hallmark. Rectangular shape, this signet ring is set with 3
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K Gold Onyx Diamond Large Signet Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage large hand crafted signet ring in 18K white and yellow gold. The intricate detailing
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Mid-20th Century American Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 1970 Modernist Enameled Signet Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 12 diamonds
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

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

Antique Diamond Black Onyx 14k White Gold Victorian Mourning Pinky Signet Ring
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Lovely antique Victorian-era mourning ring in 14k white gold, circa the late 1800s. The face of the
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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s S Shape Diamond Retro Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold. Lovely signet ring, the frame is made of brushed gold. It is set
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

1950s S Shape Diamond Retro Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold. Lovely signet ring, the frame is made of brushed gold. It is set
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

Asprey Signet Ring 18 Karat White Gold Leaf Motiff
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond accented leaf motiff Asprey ring in a size 9. 18k White gold with a total wieght of 8.6 dwt
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Asymetrical Tank Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. A tank ring characteristic of its era, it features
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

Gem set Geometric Signet Ring In 18Kt Gold And Platinum With 2.82 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric signed ring with fancy cuts diamonds. Beautiful and elegant signet ring carefully
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

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

Sidengang Neoclassical Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Greek Muse Signet Ring
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Substantial signet style ring features an oval cartouche depicting a dancing muse with tambourine
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1990s Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

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

Bulgari Contemporary Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Flip Signet Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Signet style ring centers an 11.0 mm circular disk center that flips on an axis One side is bead
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Deco Signet Ring c1921 Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Art Deco signet ring (circa 1921), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. One estimated
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.